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An open coiled helical compression spring 'A' of mean diameter 50 mm is subjected to an axial load ‘W’. Another spring 'B' of mean diameter 25 mm is similar to spring 'A' in all respects. The deflection of spring 'B' will be __________ as compared to spring 'A'.

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Machine Design MCQ: An open coiled helical compression spring 'A' of mean diameter 50 mm is subjected to an axial load ‘W’. Another spring 'B' of mean diameter 25 mm is similar to spring 'A' in all respects. The deflection of spring 'B' will be __________ as compared to spring 'A'. | Extra Education