Which gear tooth damage pattern would you look for to identify potential issues?

Which gear tooth damage pattern would you look for to identify potential issues?

• A. Only pitting determines performance.
• B. Gear tooth damage cannot indicate root causes.
• C. Only rounding matters.
• D. Look for pitting, wear, heavy chipping, or rounding; patterns indicate overload, misalignment, lubrication issues, or material defects.

Answer: (D)