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The type of coated electrode most widely used for welding low carbon steel is

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cellose

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acidic

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oxide

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rutile

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The correct option is D rutile
Rutile (titanium) coated electrodes form a protective layer over the weld pool and protect low carbon steels from oxidation at high temperatures during welding.

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