V belt having cross-section A is suitable for usual load of 5 HP. If 15 HP load is to be transmitted
A)Toothed belts may be used
B)3 Vee belts using 3 groove pulley may be used
C)Machine arrangement may be modified
D)Drive system may be changed
E)Gear system may be adopted

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To transmit a higher load, such as 15 HP instead of 5 HP, using the same type of belt (V belt), the number of belts can be increased. This is achieved by using a pulley with more grooves, in this case, a 3-groove pulley for 3 V belts, to proportionally distribute the increased load.

V Belt Having Cross-Section a Is Suitable for Usual Load