Which description matches a socket in this toolkit?

Which description matches a socket in this toolkit?

• A. Consists of a round metal sleeve with an opening cut in one end for insertion of a handle and a 6pt or 12 pt wrench opening in the other.
• B. A round tool used for measuring torque.
• C. A cutting tool for wires.
• D. A protective cap for nerves.

Answer: (A)

Sockets are round metal sleeves that attach to a drive on a handle, allowing you to turn fasteners. The description fits because one end is a square opening to accept the drive (the handle), and the other end provides a 6-point or 12-point opening to fit a bolt or nut. This arrangement lets you apply torque to fasteners with a ratchet or similar tool. A torque wrench is used to measure or set torque, not just turn fasteners; a cutting tool would be for wires; a protective cap for nerves isn’t a relevant hand tool.

Sockets are round metal sleeves that attach to a drive on a handle, allowing you to turn fasteners. The description fits because one end is a square opening to accept the drive (the handle), and the other end provides a 6-point or 12-point opening to fit a bolt or nut. This arrangement lets you apply torque to fasteners with a ratchet or similar tool. A torque wrench is used to measure or set torque, not just turn fasteners; a cutting tool would be for wires; a protective cap for nerves isn’t a relevant hand tool.