Robotics and Automation MCQs

1. What is the main purpose of robotics?
(A) Painting and sculpting
(B) Automating tasks with minimal human intervention
(C) Sending emails faster
(D) Improving smartphone battery life

2. What is an actuator in a robot?
(A) A sensor for measuring temperature
(B) A software application
(C) A mechanical device that moves or controls a system
(D) A backup memory unit

3. Which of the following is NOT a type of robot?
(A) Industrial robot
(B) Humanoid robot
(C) Virtual robot
(D) Social media bot

4. What is automation?
(A) Use of control systems to operate equipment with little or no human help
(B) Repeating tasks using human labor
(C) Manual handling of processes
(D) Hiring more workers

5. Which programming language is widely used in robotics?
(A) HTML
(B) Python
(C) CSS
(D) PHP

6. What is the role of sensors in robots?
(A) To store data
(B) To process code
(C) To detect physical changes in the environment
(D) To print documents

7. What is meant by "AI in robotics"?
(A) Animating robots
(B) Adding entertainment features
(C) Using magnets for movement
(D) Using artificial intelligence to make robots smarter and adaptable

8. What industry heavily uses automation for repetitive tasks?
(A) Agriculture
(B) Education
(C) Manufacturing
(D) Journalism

9. What is a disadvantage of automation?
(A) Job displacement for certain roles
(B) Reduced cost over time
(C) Higher productivity
(D) Improved precision

10. Which component serves as the brain of a robot?
(A) Actuator
(B) Battery
(C) Controller
(D) Sensor