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In which of the following dynamometers does the energy produced by the engine is used for doing work?

(a) Prony brake dynamometer

(b) Rope brake dynamometer

(c) Absorption dynamometer

(d) Epicyclic train dynamometer

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Correct option is (d) Epicyclic train dynamometer

Explanation: An epicyclic train dynamometer is an example of transmission dynamometer. In these types of dynamometers the energy is not wasted in friction but is used for doing work.

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