Outline the role of the pastern and why it is important.

What will be an ideal response?


The pastern acts as a shock absorber for impact from the hoof landing on the ground. Therefore, the conformation of the pastern will affect the soundness of the ankles, knees, and hocks. The pastern angle typically matches the shoulder angle and should be about 45 degrees when measured from the ground. The pasterns must be long enough and sloped enough to absorb impact_

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The use of completely automated and autonomous robotic devices is increasing in the manufacturing world. There are some who would like to use autonomous robots in other settings, such as border security. What social, safety, and legal issues do the use of completely autonomous robots present when they are used in a setting that brings them into operational contact with the general public?

What will be an ideal response?

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Technician A assumes a replacement part is good just because it is new. Technician B says that sometimes recent repair work will be the cause of a complaint. Which technician is correct?

A) Technician A only B) Technician B only C) Both technicians A and B D) Neither technician A nor B

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Technician A says a 32 TPI hacksaw blade has more teeth per linear inch than a 24 TPI blade. Technician B says the hack blade that is used should have at least two teeth contacting the material being cut at all times. Who is correct?

A. Technician A only B. Technician B only C. Both Technicians A and B D. Neither Technician A nor B

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