Allied & ICAR Exam Bank • ALLIED_1492 MCQ • 1 Mark

Section 8: General Aptitude

Analytical & Spatial Aptitude

Subtopic: Spatial Reasoning & 3D Representations

Question Statement:

In a simple gear train consisting of two externally meshing spur gears, if Driver Gear A rotates clockwise, in which direction does Driven Gear B rotate?

Options:

  • (A) Counter-clockwise
  • (B) Clockwise
  • (C) Both clockwise and counter-clockwise alternately
  • (D) It remains stationary

Answer Key:

A

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

Two externally meshed gears always rotate in opposite directions. Driver rotating clockwise drives the follower counter-clockwise.
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