* Understanding the Count Tool Alert:
* In AutoCAD, the Count tool is used to quantify the number of block instances within a drawing.
* A yellow error alert triangle next to the block count indicates an inconsistency or issue with the blocks in the drawing.
* Common Reasons for Alert:
* The block is on the wrong layer.
* The block is exploded.
* The block does not have its color assigned to BYLAYER.
* The block has a different scale factor.
* Identifying the Issue:
* Option A: The block being on the wrong layer does not typically trigger a count alert.
* Option C: The color assignment to BYLAYER does not affect the block count.
* Option D: Different scale factors usually do not trigger a count alert unless the block definition is altered.
* Option B: Exploded blocks result in losing the block definition, causing AutoCAD to alert the user of incomplete blocks, which matches the scenario depicted in the exhibit.
* Conclusion:
* The alert is due to the block being exploded, resulting in a mismatch between the expected block
* count and the actual block instances recognized by AutoCAD.
References:
* AutoCAD Help Documentation on Block Counting and Alerts.
* User manuals and community forums discussing common issues with block counts.