Question

Match List - I with List - II (Standard Skein Lengths).

List - I (Fiber)	List - II (Yards per Hank)
A. Cotton	I. 300 yards
B. Linen	II. 256 yards
C. Jute	III. 840 yards
D. Wool	IV. 14400 yards

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

• A. \( \text{A-II, B-IV, C-III, D-I} \)
• B. \( \text{A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I} \)
• C. \( \text{A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II} \)
• D. \( \text{A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I} \)

Hint:

Standardized lengths are vital for trade. Memorize the "Big Three": Cotton = 840, Linen = 300, and Jute = 14400.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: The indirect yarn count system is based on a "hank" (a standard length of yarn). The count is defined as the number of hanks required to weigh one pound. Each fiber type has its own standardized length for a single hank.

Step 1: Identifying standard lengths:
• Cotton (A): In the English cotton count system, the standard length for one hank is 840 yards (III).
• Linen (B): In the linen system, the "lea" or standard hank length is 300 yards (I).
• Jute (C): For jute and some heavy wools, a larger unit called a "spyndle" is often used, which measures 14400 yards (IV).
• Wool (D): While worsted wool uses 560 yards, the woolen run system corresponds to 256 yards (II) as identified in the provided list.

Step 2: Conclusion: Matching the values results in the sequence A-III, B-I, C-IV, and D-II, identifying option (3) as correct.