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MCQ Practice Test & Solutions: Test: Belt Tensioning Methods (9 Questions)

You can prepare effectively for Mechanical Engineering Design of Machine Elements with this dedicated MCQ Practice Test (available with solutions) on the important topic of "Test: Belt Tensioning Methods". These 9 questions have been designed by the experts with the latest curriculum of Mechanical Engineering 2026, to help you master the concept.

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  • - Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • - Duration: 20 minutes
  • - Number of Questions: 9

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Test: Belt Tensioning Methods - Question 1
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 Is it possible to remove the slack from the belt?

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Explanation: A short length of belt is cut to remove slack provided it is not an endless belt.

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A ribbed V belt is a negative drive.

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Explanation: It is a positive drive.

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 The cross section of V belt consist of rubber backing to help engagement of teeth with sprocket.

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Explanation: It is used for protecting the load carrying tension members.

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Ribbed V belt is not generally recommended as the output speed keeps fluctuating.

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Explanation: There is no variation in output speed in case of ribbed V belts.

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The ribbed V belts don’t require any type of lubrication like V belts.

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Explanation: Ribbed V belts are free from lubrication problem.

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Ribbed V belts are very stable and can tolerate some misalignment without any malfunctioning.

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Explanation: Ribbed V belts are very sensitive.

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Toothed belt is preferred over ribbed V belt.

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Explanation: Toothed belt and ribbed V belt is same thing.

Test: Belt Tensioning Methods - Question 8
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The idler pulley increases the power transmitting capacity of the belt drive.

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Explanation: Idler pulley increases the arc of contact which further increases the power transmitting capacity.

Test: Belt Tensioning Methods - Question 9
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Adjusting screw can be used for adjusting belt tension?

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Explanation: Adjusting screw varies the distance between electric motor and bedplate.

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