Which one is not a method of reducing cutting forces to

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Which one is not a method of reducing cutting forces to prevent the overloading of press?

1. providing shear on die
2. providing shear on punch
3. increasing the clearance
4. stepping punches

Correct Option: A

Shear decrease the maximum force but Energy Requirement remains the same.