Question

Which of the following part of the spring is attached to the sleeve?

(a) Upper end

(b) Lower end

(c) Middle part

(d) At a height ^3⁄4 of total length

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Answer 1

The correct option is (b) Lower end

The best explanation: The working of a Pickering governor includes: attachment of the lower end of the spring to the sleeve which is free to slide on the spindle. The spindle runs in a bearing at each end and is driven through gearing by the motor.