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Given that T1 and T2 are the tensions on the tight and slack sides of the belt respectively, the initial tension of the belt, taking into account centrifugal tension Tc, is equal to


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A. Effective tension is equal to centrifugal tension

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C. Driving tension on slack side is equal to the centrifugal tension

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