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Otto cycle efficiency is higher than Diesel cycle efficiency for the same compression ratio and heat input because in Otto cycle

combustion is at constant volume
expansion and compression are isentropic
maximum temperature is higher
heat rejection is lower

Correct Answer: heat rejection is lower

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