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Which device uses a large moment of inertia to smooth speed changes?
AClutch plate
BCamshaft
CPulley wheel
DFlywheel
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Flywheel
A flywheel is a heavy disc whose large inertia opposes sudden changes of rotational speed in engines.
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