after the crank turns 3.5 times, what will be the position of the piston within the cylinder? a at the top b…

after the crank turns 3.5 times, what will be the position of the piston within the cylinder? a at the top b same place c at the bottom d close to the bottom

after the crank turns 3.5 times, what will be the position of the piston within the cylinder? a at the top b same place c at the bottom d close to the bottom

Answer

Explanation:

Step1: Understand crank - piston motion

One full turn of the crank corresponds to one complete up - down cycle of the piston.

Step2: Analyze 3.5 turns

3 full turns will bring the piston back to its original position. The additional 0.5 turn will move the piston to the opposite of its starting position. Assuming the piston starts at the top (a common starting point for analysis), after 3 full turns it's back at the top and then after the additional 0.5 turn it will be at the bottom.

Answer:

C. at the bottom