What is the function of the mixture control?
Answer
The mixture control adjusts the fuel-to-air ratio. As altitude increases, air becomes less dense, so the mixture must be leaned (less fuel) to maintain an efficient ratio and prevent engine roughness or rich cut-out.
PHAK Ch. 7 — Aircraft Systems
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