Tech a Says That Flat Washers Act as a Bearing

question 12

Multiple Choice

Tech A says that flat washers act as a bearing surface, making it so that the bolt achieves the expected clamping force at the specified torque. Tech B says that lock washers are usually considered single use and should be replaced rather than reused. Who is correct?

• A) Tech A
• B) Tech B
• C) Both A and B
• D) Neither A nor B

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