technician A says lean ratio of 15:1 to 16:1 provide the best fuel economy. technician B says rich mixture have a ratio below 14.7:1 and provide more power from the engine but greater fuel combustion. who is correct?

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technician A says lean ratio of 15:1 to 16:1 provide the best fuel economy. technician B says rich mixture have a ratio below 14.7:1 and provide more power from the engine but greater fuel combustion. who is correct?

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