Question 4 (1 point)A measuring instrument having two adjustable jaws typically used to measure distance or thickness. acalipers bsprings cscissors drulers

Break Down the Problem

1. Identify the function and characteristics of the instrument in question.
2. Analyze the options provided to determine which instrument fits the description.

Relevant Concepts

• Calipers are precision instruments used to measure the distance between two opposite sides of an object.
• Springs, scissors, and rulers serve different purposes:
  • Springs measure force or provide tension.
  • Scissors are for cutting.
  • Rulers are used for linear measurement but do not typically have adjustable jaws.

Analysis and Detail

1. Calipers: They can measure internal and external dimensions and have two adjustable jaws to suit various measurement needs.
2. Springs: Not applicable as they relate to force measurement.
3. Scissors: Irrelevant as they are used for cutting rather than measuring.
4. Rulers: Although used for measuring, they lack the adjustable feature described.

Verify and Summarize

• After comparing the functionalities, the logical choice that fits the description of having "two adjustable jaws" is calipers. The other options do not provide this measurement capability.

Final Answer

The correct answer is a) calipers.