With respect to shaft bearing load absorption capability in terms of direction, what is meant by a radial load?

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A radial load is a load applied perpendicular to the axis of the shaft.

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A radial load is a load applied tangent to the circumference of the shaft.

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A radial load is a load applied perpendicular and parallel to the axis of the shaft.

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A radial load is a load applied parallel to the axis of the shaft.

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