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Q6. Give a reasoned opinion as to the accuracy of the following assertions:

a) Absence of oil grooves in the liner wall between the oil supply points results in increased wear of liner and rings.

b) ‘Timed lubrication’ has little merit,

c) The most suitable position of the oil supply point is immediately below the bottom piston ring with the piston at the top dead centre.