A worm gear is used as the pinion for the rack and pinion type of steering gearbox, because it
A. Improves steering comfort when steering wheel is turned to effect small changes in the direction of forward motion
B. Allows the steering wheel to be turned by a greater amount when steering
C. Makes the steering more responsive
D. Reduces the amount of kickback for large steering angles
Answer: Option A
Solution(By Examveda Team)
A worm gear is used as the pinion for the rack and pinion type of steering gearbox, because it Improves steering comfort when steering wheel is turned to effect small changes in the direction of forward motion
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