A coil spring that is cylindrical in overall shape and has closely spaced coils at one end and widely space coils at the other end is called a _____ spring.
A)torsional reflex
B)progressive rate
C)truncated cone
D)barrel

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A progressive rate spring is designed with varying coil spacing, which allows the spring to operate with a variable stiffness. This means the spring can absorb small bumps smoothly for comfort, while still being able to handle larger bumps or loads without bottoming out, making it ideal for automotive suspension systems.

A Coil Spring That Is Cylindrical in Overall Shape and Has