| Which of the following statements defines the term 'axial float' in reference to reduction gears? |
| A) The gears are capable of free motion, neither supporting nor being supported radially by other gears. |
| B) The gears cut with a single helical profile have axial thrust eliminated. |
| C) The gears are not subject to excessive tooth loads due to mismatching of the journal bearing halves. |
| D) A pinion is capable of free axial motion, mating with a fixed double helical gear which establishes its position in the gear train. |
