Wire and cable material is often crosslinked by electron beam irradiation. Why is this material crosslinked?

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Wire and cable insulation is susceptible to stress cracking. Irradiation to cause crosslinks will tie the molecules together and prevent this stress cracking form occurring.

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Technician A says bearings that take axial loads are also known as thrust washers. Technician B says torrington washers are bearings that take radial loads. Who is correct?

A. A only B. B only C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

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