For a parallel axis single reduction gear, what statement is true?

Correct Answer: Option A — The drive pinion is the smaller of the two gears and rotates at a relatively high-speed. The driven gear is the larger of the two gears and rotates at a relatively low-speed.

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: The drive pinion is the smaller of the two gears and rotates at a relatively high-speed. The driven gear is the larger of the two gears and rotates at a relatively low-speed..