海船船员考试轮机部三管轮模拟题6(轮机英语)
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Before being used the fuel service tank should be drained of _____.
- A.soda solution
- B.mechanical impurities
- C.ballast
- D.water and residuals
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Strainers are commonly used in hydraulic systems to _____.
- A.protect the pump from fine soluble contaminants
- B.prevent solid particles from entering the pump
- C.prevent solid particles from entering the filter
- D.protect the directional control valves
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The scavenging air ports are located at _____ that they are just exposed by the upper edge of the piston when the piston is in the bottom dead center position.
- A.so a height
- B.such a height
- C.so high
- D.such high
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If emergency welding repairs must be made to the upper area of a fuel tank, the tank and/or adjacent compartments may need to be _____.
- A.gas freed
- B.inerted
- C.filled with water
- D.all of the above as necessary
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Setting a sealing equipment astern on the tailshaft can’t ____.
- A.prevent the seawater from intergrating
- B.prevent the lube oil from running out of the outside aboard
- C.strengthen the intencity of the sterntube
- D.prevent the mud and sand from entering the lube oil system
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Excessive valve lash in an auxiliary diesel engine will cause the valves to open________.
- A.later and close sooner
- B.sooner and close later
- C.sooner and close sooner
- D.later and close later
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The latent heat of evaporation is dissipated in the _____ in a compression refrigeration system.
- A.evaporator
- B.condenser
- C.expansion valve
- D.compressor
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The most critical part of the bunkering operations, which can result in an oil spill, is when the _____.
- A.hose joints are made up
- B.tanks are being topped off
- C.system is being lined up
- D.pumping operation is first started
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A butterfly valve consists basically of a disc pivoted across the bore of a ring body having the same radial dimensions as the pipe in which it is fittedAccording to the above sentence, which of the following statements is not true?
- A.The diameter of a disc is the same as the outer diameter of the pipe
- B.We can infer that the valve is opened or closed by rotating the spindle
- C.A butterfly valve comprises a disc and a ring body
- D.The profile of the butterfly valve is a ring body
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Worn out ring grooves should be _____ to standard dimension after being welded.
- A.machined
- B.bored
- C.honed
- D.drilled
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Which of the following pumps are self-priming, and can deal with liquid from a level below the pump? (1) reciprocating; (2) vane; (3) gear.
- A.(1) only
- B.(1) and (2)
- C.(1), (2) and (3)
- D.(2) and (3)
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Wires should have each feature of the following except ____.
- A.flame retardant
- B.moisture resistant
- C.oil resistant
- D.low conductivity
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For auxiliary engines the permissible overload is ____ for one hour every twelve hours.
- A.10%
- B.15%
- C.20%
- D.25%
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When good and steady service conditions have been achieved, the running surfaces of the piston rings and cylinder liner will be_____In addition, the rings will move freely in the grooves and also be well oiled intact, and not unduly worn.
- A.hazy light
- B.hazy light brown
- C.hazy light blue
- D.hazy light grey
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Which of the following may lead to the engine NOT to start on air?
- A.starting air pressure too high
- B.correct timing of starting air valves
- C.three of the six starting valves stuck
- D.the turning gear disengaged
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The diameters of the crankpins should be measured using _____.
- A.a micrometer
- B.a bridge gauge
- C.a spanner
- D.a wrench
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Which of the following best describes the thermodynamic effect on the pressure and volume relationship with regards to saturated gases?
- A.As pressure decreases, volume increases
- B.As volume increases, pressure increases
- C.As volume decreases, pressure decreases
- D.AS pressure increases, volume increases
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If the turbocharger failed on an auxiliary diesel engine, which of the following conditions would probably occur?
- A.Full power cannot be developed
- B.The exhaust will contain black smoke
- C.Complete combustion will be impossible
- D.All of the above
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We have planned to remove the piston with the help of assistant engineers during the cargo unloading, while the vessel ______ port Shanghai.
- A.reaches to
- B.gets
- C.calls on
- D.calls at
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Fire dampers prevent the fire spreading through the process of _____.
- A.convection
- B.conduction
- C.radiation
- D.direct contact
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When entering a foam injected space _____ breathing apparatus.
- A.put out
- B.put on
- C.take off
- D.take in
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The hot expanding gas rotates the blades of the exhaust turbine, thus _____ a large of its power, _____ drives the compressor.
- A.to give off / which
- B.giving off / which
- C.to give off / that
- D.giving off / that
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The movement of heat within a fluid, caused by the application of thermal energy, is called _____.
- A.radiation
- B.conduction
- C.convection
- D.condo-radiation
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Topping wires fix the height of the derricks and _____ to the deck may be used to prevent fore and aft movement.
- A.stays
- B.winches
- C.barrels
- D.brakes
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Lubricating oil is supplied to the crank-pin bearings in a marine diesel engine by _____.
- A.internal crankshaft passages
- B.immersion in oil
- C.splash lubrication
- D.injection lubrication
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Which of the listed operating conditions would have the greatest effect on the volumetric efficiency of an operating reciprocating air compressor?
- A.The density of the air entering the compressor
- B.The temperature of the air entering the compressor
- C.The designed rotating speed of the compressor
- D.A leaking head gasket
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Upon the completion of required tests, a _____ should be placed on each extinguisher, showing the date and the person who completed the tests.
- A.cap
- B.disc
- C.tag
- D.cover
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The purpose of PSC is ____.
- A.to check and inspect foreign ships
- B.to verify the condition of a ship in compliance with requirements of international conventions
- C.to fine ships
- D.to detain ships
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The figure that the volume of air at BD.Cis divided by the volume of air at TDC is termed as_____.
- A.ignition ratio
- B.power ratio
- C.compression ratio
- D.injection ratio
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Which of the listed chemicals can be routinely used to maintain the hygienic quality of potable water?
- A.Hydrochloric acid
- B.Chlorine
- C.Sulfuric acid
- D.Zinc chromate
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Which of the following may cause that the compressor cuts off on high pressure cutout in a refrigeration plant? (1) faulty condensing; (2) too few refrigerant; (3) high discharge pressure.
- A.any of (1) and (3)
- B.any of (1) and (2)
- C.any of (2) and (3)
- D.any of (1), (2) and (3)
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The knock occurring when a cold diesel engine is started and continues while running at low speed, but stops when the engine reaches normal operating speed and temperature, is______.
- A.caused by retarded injection timing
- B.caused by a mechanical defect in one cylinder
- C.caused by high fuel injection pressures
- D.normal for these conditions
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The main bearing shells often have a thin _____ of lead or indium to provide a layer giving protection against corrosion.
- A.flange
- B.flash
- C.plate
- D.sheet
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Excessive oil foaming in the crankcase of a refrigeration compressor is most likely to occur when the compressor
- A.has nm continuously for a long period
- B.suction pressure is below normal
- C.oil level is below normal
- D.starts after a long idle period
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The use of sinking and dispersing agents for the removal of surface oil is _____.
- A.the most common method used in the United States
- B.too expensive for common use
- C.generally safe to sea life
- D.generally harmful to sea life
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Which of the devices listed, when used on an electro-hydraulic steering gear, keeps the movement of the redder closely in step with the steering wheel?
- A.The follow-up gear
- B.The rudder angle indicator
- C.The synchronous electric transmitter
- D.A rudder angle limit switch
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After a normal, or safety shutdown, automatic combustion control systems for an auxiliary boiler are designed to prevent the immediate re-firing of a burner in order for the _____.
- A.furnace to be re-purged
- B.electric charge to buildup in the igniter
- C.fuel pump to restart
- D.drum level to stabilize
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To prevent excessive _____ in the transverse girders, the tie bolts are positioned as close to the center of the crankshaft as possible.
- A.thermal stresses
- B.bending moments
- C.thermal loads
- D.surface tensions
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The furnace of an oil fired boiler should be _____ before the operating burner is lit.
- A.filled with water
- B.purged
- C.cleared of air
- D.None of the above is true
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The sections of an Oil Record Book proceeding the log pages contain a _____.
- A.damage control plan for isolating fire main valves
- B.list of machinery space operation items
- C.complete classification of hazardous materials
- D.detailed listing of all organizations to call in the event of an accidental oil spill
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Annex IV of MARPOL 73/78 contains regulations for the prevention of _____.
- A.pollution by oil
- B.pollution by noxious liquid substances carried in bulk
- C.pollution by sewage from ships
- D.pollution by garbage from ships
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In a _____ boiler the hot gases from the furnace pass through the tubes while the water is on the outside.
- A.water-tube
- B.fire-tube
- C.exhaust gas
- D.None of the above is true
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The fire of fuel oil is classified as____ fire.
- A.Class A
- B.Class B
- C.Class C
- D.Class D
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The two-stroke cycle begins with the piston coming up from the BDC, with the scavenging ports in the sides of the cylinders being _____.
- A.open
- B.uncover
- C.covered
- D.closed
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In a diesel engine, when installing new piston rings it is important to check_______Iring gap clearance IIside clearance
- A.I only
- B.II only
- C.both I and II
- D.neither I nor II
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The key feature of the Sulzer RT-flex system is that it gives complete freedom in the and operation of fuel injection and exhaust valve actuation.
- A.metering
- B.control
- C.using
- D.timing
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Which of the listed types of files is the best for producing a fine finish on metal?
- A.Mill
- B.Float
- C.Warding
- D.Second cut
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Persistent knocking in one cylinder of a diesel engine could be caused by_____.
- A.a low load on that cylinder
- B.sluggish piston ring action
- C.excessive piston crown cooling
- D.excessive clearance of piston pin
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_______ diesel engines generally have two systems of lubrication: a total loss system feeding and a circulating system lubricating the running gear and cooling the pistons.
- A.Large crosshead type, crossheads
- B.High speed, the cylinders
- C.Large crosshead type, the cylinders
- D.Four-stroke, pistons and cylinders
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If you notice smoke coming fro the crankcase exhaust fan outlet of an operating diesel engine, you would suspect______.
- A.a cracked cylinder liner
- B.clogged intake ports
- C.broken piston rings
- D.a faulty head gasket
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The steam boiler is part of a closed loop steam, whereby, after the energy of the steam is used up and it becomes water again, _____ is collected and returned back to the boiler for heating up again to steam.
- A.the former
- B.the first
- C.the latter
- D.the last
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What is a function of the wearing rings used in most centrifugal pumps?
- A.Absorb erosion of high velocity discharge stream
- B.Seal pump shaft against entry of air
- C.Isolate the discharge side from the suction side
- D.Dampen the turbulent discharge flow
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A heater in the circuit facilitates warning of the engine prior to ____ by circulating hot water.
- A.starting
- B.stopping
- C.to start
- D.to stop
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Some of the energy fed into the pump will be dissipated as _____ due to mechanical inefficiencies, the remainder will be converted into pressure rise and fluid velocity.
- A.hydraulic head
- B.static head
- C.heat energy
- D.steam
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When ship navigating in rough sea, the first measure taken by the chief engineer to prevent the overload should be .
- A.cleaning fuel oil, lubricating oil and seawater filter
- B.reducing fuel feeding of the main engine appropriately or reducing the pitch angle of propeller
- C.using low sea chest
- D.closing the skylight and the ventilation opening, which doesn’t affect the normal work of equipments
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Modern engines _____ exhaust gas driven turbo-chargers to supply pressurized fresh air for scavenging and supercharging .
- A.are made of
- B.are made from
- C.make use of
- D.are used to
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If the plunger or barrel of a fuel injection jerk pump becomes damaged, __________.
- A.only the replacement of the entire pump would be acceptable
- B.the injection pump and injection nozzle must be replaced
- C.either the barrel or plunger must be replaced
- D.the barrel and plunger must be replaced as a unit
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A motor enclosure which protects against falling liquids is classified as _____.
- A.waterproof
- B.drip proof
- C.spray tight
- D.spray proof
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Generally the function of lubrication is to form. of a film of lubricant between any two surfaces that have relative _____, so that surfaces dont get touch with each other.
- A.gravity
- B.motion
- C.ratio
- D.density
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While troubleshooting a refrigeration system for low head pressure, liquid refrigerant flooding back from the evaporator is determined to be the causeIt may be necessary to _____.
- A.change the expansion valve adjustment
- B.readjust the water regulating valve to increase the flow of water
- C.purge air from the condenser
- D.clean the waterside of the condenser
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Before replacing a piston you should check the rings to see that all clearances and gaps are within the permissible _____.
- A.deflection
- B.discrepancy
- C.error
- D.tolerance
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Differential pressures can be measured with the use of a _____.
- A.diaphragm type gage
- B.pressure transducer
- C.manometer
- D.All of the above
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During tours of inspection in the machinery space, you found a fire on a running generator, what should you do first?
- A.inform. chief engineer officer immediately
- B.stop the generator
- C.let the duty officer in bridge determine how to do
- D.wait for help
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_____, the motion would continue indefinitely once it had started.
- A.Were there loss of energy by friction
- B.Since there be loss of energy by friction
- C.Were there no loss of energy by friction
- D.Should be no loss of energy by friction
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The condensers located in various stages of a flash evaporator are cooled by___.
- A.distillate
- B.seawater
- C.brine
- D.air
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According to SOLAS, 1974, as amended, the shipowner or any person who has assumed responsibility for the ship (the “Company”) must .
- A.establish SMS in accordance with ISM
- B.establish ISM in accordance with SMS
- C.establish ISM and SMS
- D.both B and C
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A disadvantage of a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine is ________.
- A.higher working temperature of piston and cylinder
- B.the use of scavenge ports
- C.fewer power strokes per revolution of the crankshaft
- D.part of the fuel is burned as the piston is moving away from top dead center
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Which of the following can be directly obtained by means of an indicator card?
- A.power
- B.maximum pressure in a cylinder
- C.mean pressure in a cylinder
- D.all of the above
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He said that he had turned the main engine one complete revolution with the _____.
- A.turning gear
- B.steering gear
- C.spur gear
- D.chain gear
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The water level in the gauge glass when a boiler is operating is _____ when the boiler is shut down.
- A.lower than
- B.higher than
- C.below
- D.equal to
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Bilges may be pumped _____.
- A.on the outgoing tide
- B.overboard after dark
- C.overboard through an oily water separator
- D.anytime in an emergency, i.emain engine lube oil failure
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Before you begin administering artificial respiration, you should be sure the victim .
- A.is comfortable
- B.is warm
- C.is not bleeding
- D.has a clear airway
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The refrigerant flows through the evaporator, where it ____ heat from the refrigerated space.
- A.extracts
- B.releases
- C.gives no
- D.absorbs no
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STCW78/95 Convention describes that _____ are laid down for the certification of engineer officers in charge of a watch in a traditionally manned engine room, or the designated engineer in a periodically unmanned engine room.
- A.available minimum requirements
- B.available maximum requirements
- C.mandatory minimum requirements
- D.mandatory maximum requirements
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If an auxiliary diesel engine temperature is higher than normal ,but the thermostat is determined not to be defective you would suspect a /an ___________.
- A.cavitation erosion in the water jackets
- B.excess corrosion inhibitor in the coolant
- C.dirty jacket water cooler
- D.defective turbocharger
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The pipe friction and the resistance will _____ as a result of an increase in the amount of fluid flowing through the system.
- A.reduce
- B.rise
- C.raise
- D.fall
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All engineer officers and engine room ratings shall be aware of the serious effects of operational or accidental pollution of the marine environment and shall take all possible_____ to prevent such pollution, particularly within the framework of relevant international and port regulations.
- A.steps
- B.procedures
- C.precautions
- D.programs
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The purpose of the low pressure cut-out switch is to _____.
- A.maintain liquid refrigerant at the suction of the compressor
- B.maintain a preset suction pressure to the compressor
- C.start and stop the compressor at preset operating pressures
- D.operate at minimum efficiency
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The piston cooling system may employ similar components, except that _____ is used instead of a head tank.
- A.a sump tank
- B.a feed well
- C.a double bottom tank
- D.a drain tank
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One of the main functions of wearing rings, as used in a centrifugal pump, is to _____.
- A.maintain radial alignment between the pump impeller and casing
- B.absorb all impeller shaft end thrust
- C.prevent water leakage to the atmosphere
- D.prevent wear of the pump casing and/or impeller
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The most practical way of detecting an overload in one cylinder of an operating large, low-speed ,main propulsion diesel engine is to ______.
- A.check the cylinder exhausts for black smoke
- B.listen for combustion knock in that cylinder
- C.isolate each cylinder and inspect the injector
- D.check the cylinder exhaust temperature frequently
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_____ for the camshaft gear train is taken from a spur gear which for a six cylinder engine is at the coupling end.
- A.The driven gear
- B.The drive
- C.The grease
- D.The lubricating oil
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A _____ in the air delivery line near to each compressor is essential.
- A.butterfly valve
- B.globe valve
- C.gate valve
- D.non-return valve
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Pitted reduction gear teeth having a deep blue color with evidence of overheating have been operated with _______.
- A.excessive speed
- B.improper warm-up
- C.extreme misalignment
- D.inadequate lubrication
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An aluminum piston has lower inertia and higher coefficient of _____ compared to that of cast iron.
- A.viscosity
- B.twisting moments
- C.inertia
- D.thermal expansion
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"Scavenging" on a diesel engine means _____.
- A.injecting fuel oil into a cylinder
- B.removing exhaust gases from the cylinder
- C.forcing air into the cylinders under pressure after the exhaust valve has dosed
- D.a combination of all the above
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If fuel injection to a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine begins earlier than designed, ignition may be delayed because the _____.
- A.cylinder compression pressure may not be high enough
- B.cylinder compression temperature may be too high
- C.fuel oil injection pressure may not be high enough
- D.scavenge and purge process is incomplete
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Which of the processes listed consumes the greatest amount of power while producing the greatest amount of heat? .
- A.Overcoming sliding friction
- B.Overcoming rolling friction
- C.Overcoming fluid friction
- D.Overcoming oil wedge friction
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Before shutting off the fuel supply to stop a medium or high–speed diesel engine, why is it necessary to allow the engine to idle for a few minutes?
- A.To prevent internal damage form. local overheating
- B.To ensure the fuel nozzles are flushed clean
- C.To clear the smoke stack
- D.To let the waste heat boiler reduce its rate of steam generation
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To prevent accidents from occurring, special valve chests are used in such cases in which interchangeable blanks and connecting passages are incorporatedThe bold and italic word “which” means _____.
- A.accidents
- B.special valve chests
- C.interchangeable blanks
- D.connecting passages
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The purpose of the wearing rings used in a centrifugal pump is to _____.
- A.prevent an internal explosion in the pump when it is overheated
- B.enable a visual inspection of the pump while it is running
- C.insure a proper alignment of the pump coupling to the driver
- D.accommodate for friction between the impeller and the easing
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_____ rods are not in proper condition so that too much fuel is supplied to the corresponding cylinder.
- A.Piston
- B.Sounding
- C.Regulating
- D.Connecting
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Vents are led from the engine to the head tank for the release of ____ from the cooling water.
- A.air
- B.heat
- C.sludge
- D.steam
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In order to improve the efficiency of the communication with shore personnel, you should .
- A.inform. the chief engineer whenever there are problems
- B.reduce the time wasted on checking items
- C.know who is responsible for the domestic cleaning equipment
- D.know the chain of authority on the ship
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Fuel has been injected but ignition failsThe possible cause may be _____.
- A.leaky exhaust valve
- B.increased scavenging air temperature
- C.engine cylinders not scavenged sufficiently
- D.water in the fuel oil
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_____ is a precaution which contributes to avoiding trouble under normal operating conditions.
- A.Constant inspection
- B.Keeping constant load
- C.Remaining constant temperature
- D.Varying speed
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The fire of burning paper is classified as____ fire.
- A.Class A
- B.Class B
- C.Class C
- D.Class D
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A vacuum is initially created in a flash type distilling plant by _____.
- A.the flashing of the feed water
- B.the condensation of the saltwater feed
- C.air ejectors, eductors, or a separate vacuum pump
- D.condensation of the distillate
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Oil Record Book Part I shall be provided to every oil tanker of 150 tons gross tonnage and above and every ship of 400 tons gross tonnage and above, _____ oil tankers, to record relevant machinery space operations.
- A.as well as
- B.as long as
- C.rather than
- D.other than
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____ the cylinder walls, the heat passes through them by conduction.
- A.When receiving by
- B.When received by
- C.In order to receiving
- D.In order to receive
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In the event of the cylinder starting valve leakage _____ would pass into the air pipes and ignite the oil deposited.
- A.cooling water
- B.vapor from the boiler
- C.starting air
- D.hot gases
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With reference to operating a four-ram steering gear system under emergency conditions, which one of the following statements is incorrect?
- A.Only one pump should be used at any time
- B.The ship speed should be reduced to 70% of the normal
- C.Watch keeping of the steering gear should be increased
- D.Limitations of the steering gear should be logged but the bridge need not be informed
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Low compression in a diesel engine could be caused by________________.
- A.worn or broken cylinder liner sealing rings
- B.high cooling water temperature
- C.worn or broken piston rings
- D.low fuel oil pressure
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When normal operating pressure is applied to the hydraulic oil used in a high-pressure system, the oil _____.
- A.viscosity will decrease
- B.volume will increase
- C.volume will decrease
- D.pour point will be reduced
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Mechanical energy in transition is referred to as _____.
- A.horsepower
- B.work
- C.heat
- D.velocity
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The external circumference of a pair of main bearing shells is slightly larger than that of the bore of the housing which receives themThe difference is termed _____.
- A.nip
- B.nap
- C.gap
- D.lip
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To increase the frequency of an operating AC generator, you should _____.
- A.increase the field excitation
- B.decrease the field excitation
- C.increase the number of magnetic poles
- D.increase the speed of the prime mover
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Both the temperature and the pressure of the refrigerant are increased in the _____.
- A.compressor
- B.condenser
- C.evaporator
- D.expansion valve
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In sewage treatment, the term maceration refers to the process of ______.
- A.breaking up solid matter into fine particles
- B.precipitating non-decomposed waste in a collection tank
- C.chemically adjusting the sewage ph to 7.0
- D.eliminating bacterium coli from the sewage
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The external circumference of a pair of main bearing shells is slightly _____ that of the bore of the housing which receives themWhats the meaning of “that” in the sentence above?
- A.less than
- B.lighter than
- C.larger than
- D.smaller than
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The higher the cetane number, _____ the ignition quality of the fuel.
- A.the worse
- B.the better
- C.the smaller
- D.the greater
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An International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate (IOPP) for a "new" vessel ceases to be valid if _____.
- A.it exceeds 3 years from date of issue
- B.an alteration approved by the Captain of the Port is made
- C.an intermediate survey has not be conducted within 12 months from the date that the IOPP was issued
- D.the vessel is transferred to the flag of another country
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One of the disadvantages of using carbon dioxide to extinguish a fire in an enclosed space is _____.
- A.the "snow" which is sometimes discharged along with the gas is toxic
- B.prolonged exposure to high concentrations of C02 gas causes suffocation
- C.rapid dissipation of the CO2 vapor
- D.the CO2 gas is lighter than air and a large amount is required to extinguish a fire near the deck
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Grease the roller bearings with H.Pgun In the sentence “HP.” means _____.
- A.horse power
- B.high pressure compressor
- C.hand pump
- D.high pressure
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For an ordinary modem marine four-stroke engine the inlet valves close _____.
- A.after TDC
- B.before TDC
- C.after BDC
- D.before BDC
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If keep the fuel injection of main engine unchanged when ship is fouled, that will cause IThe speed of main engine to be reducedIIShip speed to be reducedIIIThe resistance torque of propeller to be increasedIVTrim at stern to increase.
- A.I + II
- B.I ~ III
- C.I ~ IV
- D.I + II + IV
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What is the substance called which can readily be converted from a liquid into a vapor, and also from a vapor into liquid with a reasonably narrow range of pressure?
- A.Refrigerator
- B.Refrigerant
- C.Cooling medium
- D.Brine
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Convection spreads a fire as a result of _____.
- A.transmitting the heat of a fire through the ships metal
- B.burning liquids flowing into another space
- C.heated gases flowing through ventilation systems
- D.the transfer of heat across an unobstructed space
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When bilge water is heated in a holding tank, which one of the following statements is not accurate? .
- A.The high temperature facilitates primary gravity separation
- B.Most of the oil and organic solvents are raised to the top layer
- C.The high the temperature is, the more the top oil will be collected
- D.The high temperature has little use on the separation of emulsified oil
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A pyrometer is an instrument commonly used to measure_____________.
- A.cylinder pressure
- B.flame intensity
- C.exhaust gas temperature
- D.crankshaft axial alignment
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A dirty diesel engine oil filter element can best be detected by _____.
- A.visual inspection of the elements
- B.the pressure drop across the filter
- C.high lube oil sump temperature
- D.decrease in oil viscosity from the filter
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Cast iron and gunmetal fittings are used freely in small sizes at moderate pressure; large fittings, those for high pressure and temperature are cast or mild steelIn the above sentence, the word “those” means _____.
- A.east iron firings
- B.mild steel fittings
- C.small fittings
- D.large fittings
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The thermal expansion valve reacts directly to the _________.
- A.temperature in the space being cooled
- B.liquid refrigerant pressure at the solenoid valve
- C.pressure drop across the evaporator coils
- D.refrigerant gas superheat at the coil outlet
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It is obvious that the expansion of the water ______ the increase of its temperature.
- A.is due to
- B.dues to
- C.is because
- D.is for
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The ignition quality of a fuel oil is an important operational consideration because it________.
- A.indicates the amount of abrasive material in the fuel
- B.affects the starting ability of a cold engine
- C.determines the amount of fuel penetration engine
- D.affects the compression ratio of an operating engine
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The crankshaft is of the semi-built type, with the _____ being shrunk into the forged or cast steel crank throws.
- A.journal
- B.crank-pin
- C.main bearing
- D.large end of connecting rod
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The direct acting mechanical governor used with some small diesel engines, controls fuel flow to the engine by______.
- A.governor flyweight action on a pilot valve which controls fuel injection
- B.governor flyweight motion acting on fuel controls through suitable linkage
- C.positioning a butterfly valve in the fuel delivery system positioning
- D.a servomotor piston attached to the fuel controls
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The needle valve in a fuel valve will _____ when the fuel pressure action on the needle valve tapered face exerts a force lower than that of the spring compression.
- A.be jammed
- B.be opened
- C.be seated
- D.be broken
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Which of the following problems can cause an above normal air temperature to develop in the intake manifold of a turbocharged and after-cooled diesel engine?
- A.Faulty turbocharger turbine diffuser ring
- B.Faulty turbocharger compressor ring
- C.Insufficient cooling water flow
- D.Clogged air intake filters
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There should be a lubricating oil _____ between the main beatings and the crankshaft.
- A.film
- B.cap
- C.lacquer
- D.shell
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A distorted furnace in a fire-tube auxiliary boiler may be the result of .
- A.firing for extended periods in the low fire mode
- B.overheating, due to waterside deposits
- C.varying the water level above the crown sheet
- D.carrying excessive alkalinity in the boiler water
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A distorted spray pattern from a fuel injector can cause a diesel engine to have _____.
- A.higher firing pressure
- B.more power output
- C.lower fuel pressure
- D.less power output
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The boiling and condensation points of refrigerant mainly depend on the _____ exerted upon it.
- A.temperature
- B.density
- C.volume
- D.pressure
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Diesel engine fuel oil contamination often results in ______.
- A.governor malfunctions
- B.fuel injection system malfunctions
- C.high cylinder lube oil temperatures
- D.low intake temperatures
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The volute pump is one in which the impeller _____.
- A.discharges into a gradually widening channel
- B.has stationary diffuser vanes
- C.produces no kinetic energy
- D.All of the above are true
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The rising velocity of the globules carries them upwards where they become trapped by the under surfaces of plates and ______ until the enlarged globules have sufficient rising velocity to travel along the plate surface and break away at periphery.
- A.disperse
- B.coalesce
- C.compress
- D.shrinkage
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While paralleling two (2) AC generators using synchronizing lamps only, both lamps will go dark when the generators are _____.
- A.running at the same speed
- B.grounded
- C.of the same polarity
- D.in phase
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In a typical fuel oil system, the oil is stored in tanks in the double bottom from which it is pumped to _____ and heated.
- A.a service tank
- B.a collecting tank
- C.a sump
- D.a settling tank
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In a four-stroke cycle diesel engine the intake valves open ___________.
- A.before TDC and close after BDC
- B.after TDC and close after BDC
- C.before TDC and close before BDC
- D.after TDC and close before BDC
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Which of the following will be the function of lubricating oil used in marine engines?
- A.to remove heat from oil cooled pistons
- B.to wash away wear detritus
- C.to neutralize acidic products
- D.all of the above
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Cooling of engines is achieved by _____ a cooling liquid around internal passages within the engine.
- A.flowed
- B.flowing
- C.mixing
- D.circulating
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If the action of the engine indicates that some of the cylinders are not firing, the ones affected may be determined by watching ______.
- A.the bad smoke
- B.the smoky exhaust
- C.the exhaust temperature
- D.the peak pressure
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Problems with the diesel engine fuel injection pump are usually caused by_____.
- A.improper adjustment
- B.contaminated fuel
- C.kinked fuel lines
- D.excessive engine vibration
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A: Please tell me the specifications and quantityB: _____.
- A.Pump diesel oil first
- B.300 tons of 180 cst fuel oil
- C.The figure is all right
- D.OK, I’ll sign it
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The device allowing for the change in volume of the cooling water in a propulsion diesel engine closed cooling system is the _____.
- A.fresh water expansion tank
- B.sea water expansion tank
- C.thermostatic expansion valve
- D.jacket water cooler accumulator
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The boiling and condensation points of a refrigerant depend on the _____ exerted upon it.
- A.temperature
- B.pressure
- C.velocity
- D.heat
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Restrictions occurring in the small orifices of pneumatic control system components can be used by __________.
- A.moisture in the compressed air supply
- B.excessive dryness in the compressed air supply
- C.pressure surging in the compressed air receiver
- D.insufficient lubrication of the system components
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The pressure head of a water pump is given in the unit of _____.
- A.kg
- B.MPa
- C.mH20
- D.None of the above
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A thrust bearing is used with a propulsion diesel engine to _____.
- A.control axial movement of the crankshaft
- B.transmit engine thrust to the propeller shaft
- C.absorb vibrations in the propeller shafting
- D.prevent propeller thrust from being transmitted to the hul
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Latent heat changes the _____ of water.
- A.physical state
- B.temperature
- C.atmospheric pressure
- D.sensible pressure
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In the voyage, duty officer should inform. ____ situation to the duty engineer immediately.
- A.in /out port
- B.passing through big bridge
- C.big steering angle for direction changing
- D.in /out port and passing through big bridge
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Charging is the filling of the engine cylinder with a supply of _____ for compression.
- A.water
- B.fresh air
- C.fuel oil
- D.gas
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If the jacket water temperature in an auxiliary diesel engine cooling system is lower than normal, the probable cause is .
- A.air binding of the engine cooling system
- B.a cracked water cooled exhaust manifold
- C.blockage in the heat exchanger
- D.faulty operation of the thermostat
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The purpose of designing some waste heat boilers with sinuous fire tubes, is to_______.
- A.increase exhaust gas velocity through the boiler
- B.reduce accumulations of carbon deposits on the heat transfer surfaces
- C.eliminate exhaust gas pulsations and noise
- D.increase the rate of heat transfer to the waterside
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A large change in ambient temperature, or using an oil of a viscosity different from the one recommended by the manufacturer in a mechanical hydraulic governor, will result in the need to adjust the _____.
- A.pilot valve opening
- B.compensating needle valve
- C.compensating spring tension
- D.accumulator spring tension
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To avoid damaging the components of a printed circuit board when testing it with a DC volt-ohmmeter, you should .
- A.ground the board
- B.avoid reversing the polarity of the leads
- C.isolate sensitive components with heat sinks
- D.all of the above
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A vane pump belongs to _____ according to its working principle.
- A.reciprocating pump
- B.positive displacement pump
- C.centrifugal pump
- D.centripetal pump
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Due to excessive water in the fuel, a diesel engine fails to startBefore the engine can be started, the water must be removed from the _________.
- A.fuel pumps
- B.cylinders
- C.fuel strainers
- D.all of above
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Which of the following statements concerning the lubrication of diesel propulsion engines used in vessels over 300 gross tons is most accurate?
- A.Lubrication systems using engine driven lube oil pumps do not require any additional independent arrangement when such arrangements have been proven reliable
- B.The use of engine driven pre-lube pumps is permitted on vessels with propulsion systems developing less than 500 shaft horsepower
- C.When forced lubrication is used for propulsion engines, one independently driven stand-by pumps is to be provided in addition to the necessary pumps for normal operation
- D.Lubrication systems where two oil coolers are fitted require a minimum of two temperature control devices which may be actuated by similar sensors
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_____ are mounted in pairs to protect the boiler against overpressure.
- A.Safety valves
- B.Water tubes
- C.Steam stop valves
- D.Blow down valves