Answer:
(d) all of the above
Step-by-step explanation:
before cutting the screw threads the operator should lubricate all of the machine parts given in the option that is lead screw and gearbox , the ways and the cross slide and the carriage and half-nuts. we should use lubrication because it reduces the overall system friction and if friction is reduced then heat generated due to friction is also decreases which is beneficial
so option (D) will be correct because we need lubricate in all the given parts