The teeth of a hypoid gear are _____, causing a wiping action when meshing.
A) circular
B) straight in a line
C) curved to follow a spiral
D) elliptical

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The teeth of a hypoid gear are curved to follow a spiral, allowing them to have a wider contact area with their mating gear compared to a straight tooth gear. This also causes a wiping action when the gears mesh, helping to distribute lubricant and reduce wear.

The Teeth of a Hypoid Gear Are _____, Causing a Wiping