Which consequence results from approximating curved geared-tooth profiles with linear segments during astrolabe making?

💡 Explanation

In early astrolabes, approximating curves with lines creates errors because it violates the fundamental principle of conjugate gear meshing, therefore the gear ratio deviates from the design, rather than causing mechanical failures.

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