If a cam profile is described as being mostly outer base circle, what would be true of the train it actuates?
A) actuated twice per revolution
B) actuated every other revolution
C) loaded for most of the cycle
D) unloaded for most of the cycle

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The outer base circle is the circle that the cam follower rides on for most of the cycle. This means that the train will be loaded for most of the cycle.

If a Cam Profile Is Described as Being Mostly Outer