In the dimension 2.500 ± .005, the ± .005 would be referred to as a(n) ____.
A) unequal bilateral tolerance
B) equal limits of size
C) equal unilateral tolerance
D) equal bilateral tolerance

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The term "bilateral" refers to the fact that the tolerance is applied equally on both sides of the nominal dimension (2.500 in this case). The term "equal" refers to the fact that the same tolerance value of .005 is applied on both sides. Therefore, the correct answer is D - equal bilateral tolerance.

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