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On a straight road motion, what is the purpose served by differential?

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On a straight road motion, what is the purpose served by differential?

(a) Equal torque to all the wheels

(b) More torque to front wheels

(c) More torque to rear wheels

(d) More torque to opposite wheels

The question was asked in examination.

My question comes from The Differential & Torques in Epicyclic Gear Trains in section Toothed Gearing & Gear Trains of Machine Kinematics

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Correct option is (a) Equal torque to all the wheels

Easiest explanation: When the car is traveling straight, both wheels travel at the same speed. This is done by providing equal torque to all the wheels.

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