North Carolina Locksmith Exam Section 3: Questions and answers Latest update 2024

North Carolina Locksmith Exam
Section 3: Questions and answers




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All section key blank - ANSWER the key section which enters all keyways of a
multiplex key system

Automatic key machine - ANSWER a key machine capable of cutting keys with
manual operation limited to loading and unloading key blanks
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Bell type key - ANSWER a key whose cuts are in the form of wavy grooves milled
into the flat sides of the key blade . The grooves usually run the entire length of the
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blade

Bit - ANSWER 1. The part of the key which serves as the blade, usually for use in a
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warded or lever tumbler lock. 2. To cut a key
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Blade - ANSWER the portion of the key which may contain the cuts and/or millings
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Blank - ANSWER uncut key, see also key blank

Bottom of the blade - ANSWER the portion of the blade opposite the cut edge of a
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single bitted key

Bow - ANSWER the portion of the key that serves as a grip or the handle

Bow stop - ANSWER a type of stop located near the key bow

Carriage - ANSWER 1. The movable assembly of a key machine which supports the
key vice. 2. A changeable part of a clipper that holds the key blank