Question

The following are types of weft knits:
A. Interlock
B. Tricot
C. Raschel
D. Purl
E. Jersey
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

• A. \( \text{A, B and C Only} \)
• B. \( \text{A, D and E Only} \)
• C. \( \text{D and E Only} \)
• D. \( \text{E Only} \)

Hint:

Weft = Horizontal yarn (Jersey, Rib, Purl, Interlock). Warp = Vertical yarn (Tricot, Raschel).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept: Knitting is classified into two main categories: Weft Knitting (where loops are formed horizontally across the fabric) and Warp Knitting (where loops are formed vertically).

Step 1: Identify the Weft Knits.

• Jersey (Plain): The most common weft knit, with a distinct face and back.
• Purl: A weft knit where both sides of the fabric look like the back of a jersey knit; it has great longitudinal stretch.
• Interlock: A variation of rib knit (weft knit) where two separate 1x1 rib structures are intermeshed.

Step 2: Identify and eliminate Warp Knits.

• Tricot and Raschel are the two primary types of Warp Knitting. They are characterized by their ladder-proof structure and are typically produced on large industrial machines rather than hand-knitting needles.