Question

The function of a reversing gear in a steam engine is

(a) to control the supply of steam

(b) to alter the point of cut-off while the engine is running

(c) to reverse the direction of motion of the crank shaft

(d) both b and c

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Answer 1

The correct choice is (d) both b and c

To elaborate: The function of a reversing gear in a steam engine is to alter the point of cut-off while the engine is running and to reverse the direction of motion of the crank shaft.