Output torque and output speed is decreased when a large gear drives a small gear.

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When a large gear drives a small gear, the output speed increases while the output torque decreases. This is because the gear ratio, which is the ratio of the number of teeth on the driven gear to the number of teeth on the driving gear, determines the mechanical advantage and speed ratio. A larger driving gear turning a smaller driven gear increases the speed at the expense of torque.

Output Torque and Output Speed Is Decreased When a Large