Practice question

What is the purpose of the universal (Hooke's) joints fitted to a propeller shaft?

  1. To allow drive to be transmitted through a changing angle as the axle moves
  2. To increase the engine compression
  3. To filter the gear oil
  4. To cool the differential

Answer: A — To allow drive to be transmitted through a changing angle as the axle moves

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