Machine Design
A closely coiled helical spring is acted upon by an axial force. The maximum shear stress developed in the spring is τ. The half of the length of the spring if cut off and the remaining spring is acted upon by the same axial force. The maximum shear stress in the spring in new condition will be

τ/2
2 τ
τ
4 τ

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Machine Design
A compound belt drive is used when

Shafts are arranged parallel and rotate in the opposite directions
Shafts are arranged parallel and rotate in the same directions
None of these
Shafts are arranged at right angles and rotate in one definite direction

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