海船船员考试轮机部三管轮模拟题4(轮机英语)
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Start the turning gear, and with some one hand-operating the cylinder lubricators at regular intervals, and with the indicator cocks ______, and with the control gear in the ______ position, give the engine at least one complete turn.
- A.open / “stop”
- B.closed / “stop”
- C.open / “start”
- D.closed / “start”
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According to Annex IV of comminuted and disinfected sewage using an approved system can be discharged when the ship is more than away from the nearest land.
- A.3 n mile
- B.5 n mile
- C.12 n mile
- D.25 n mile
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Provision must be made in pipe systems for changes in length due to change of temperatureThe bold and italic word “provision” probably means _____.
- A.flanges
- B.nuts
- C.expansion joints
- D.bolts
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A six-cylinder, two-stroke/cycle diesel engine is fitted with a rotary distributing air starting systemThe speed of the rotating distributor disc is ________.
- A.one-half engine speed
- B.the same as engine speed
- C.twice engine speed
- D.four times engine speed
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The booster pump, which supplies diesel oil to , should have a possibility of being powered by compressed air or by emergency power.
- A.the main engines
- B.the auxiliary engines
- C.the emergency generator engine
- D.the auxiliary engines and the main engine(s)
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If the compression ratio is increased on any diesel engine, ________.
- A.the expansion ratio will decrease
- B.combustion will be slowed down
- C.thermal efficiency will decrease
- D.thermal efficiency will increase
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Which of the following statements concerning butterfly valves is correct?
- A.Special tools are required for lapping or grinding
- B.It is impossible to throttle flow with a butterfly valve
- C.To close the valve, it is only necessary to turn the handle a quarter of a turn
- D.The butterfly valve should never be used in a freshwater system
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After fuel tanks have been topped off, which of the listed procedures should be followed next?
- A.The pressure-vacuum relief valve should be reset
- B.The tanks should be made seaworthy to prevent contamination
- C.The tanks should be sounded to make sure the levels are not rising
- D.The tanks should be marked with a bull stamp on the manifold filling valve
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Because the castings of smaller engines are not so big and heavy, _____ and cylinder block may be made in one piece.
- A.the column
- B.the jacket
- C.cylinder cover
- D.cylinder liner
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In a centrifugal Freon refrigeration system, the overall capacity of the system is increased by .
- A.opening more bypass lines
- B.opening additional expansion valves
- C.adding refrigerant
- D.speeding up the machine
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The _____ is a crystal which, under pressure, produces an electric current which varies with the pressure.
- A.alternator
- B.glass thermometer
- C.burdon tube
- D.piezoelectric pressure transducer
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A centrifuge of which the bowl is arranged as the upper and lower parts separate discharges the sludge .
- A.by opening the separator manually
- B.by separating the lower part from the upper part automatically
- C.by separating the upper part from the lower part automatically
- D.continuously
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In a naturally aspirated diesel engine, the volume of air intake is directly related to engine _____.
- A.compression ratio
- B.valve size
- C.fuel pressure
- D.cylinder clearance volume
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The separating effect of oil separator is not very good, the reason may be ___ .
- A.too little seal water
- B.improper gravity disc
- C.oil discharging pump not working very well
- D.low water level of the working water
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Which of the following pumps will build up a bursting pressure or stall their motors if the discharge valves are closed? (1) gear; (2) centrifugal; (3) screw.
- A.(1) and (2)
- B.(1), (2) and (3)
- C.(1) and (3)
- D.(2) and (3)
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The trend nowadays is to build the frame. box as a separate fabricated construction and then, after stress relieving and machining the mating surfaces, to mount it on the ______This has the advantage of saving weight.
- A.seating
- B.bedplate
- C.entablature
- D.cylinder block
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The bulb for the thermal expansion valve is located______.
- A.in the middle of evaporator coils
- B.near the evaporator coil outlet
- C.near the evaporator coil inlet
- D.on the bottom row of evaporator coils
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The boiler feed water check valves are located on the _____.
- A.feed pump suction line
- B.hot well
- C.shell of the feed heater
- D.feed lines to the boiler
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Which is an acceptable means of correcting high mica between commutator bars?
- A.undercutting
- B.sanding
- C.burnishing
- D.filing
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When received the order "finished with engine" which of the following operations is wrong?
- A.stop the L.O pump, S.W pump, F.W pump
- B.stop the priming F.O transfer pump
- C.engage the turning gear
- D.open the scavenge air belts drain valve and cover the turbocharger silencer with the dustproof cover
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Heat energy is a source of power, but _____ will cause damage to the engine.
- A.excessive heat
- B.insufficient heat
- C.effective cooling
- D.high output
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The type of gauge most commonly used to measure pressure is the _____.
- A.bimetallic type
- B.diaphragm type
- C.bourdon tube type
- D.resistance-temperature type
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During an engine room watch if immediate action is necessary to ensure safety of the ship its machinery and crew _____.
- A.the chief engineer must be informed at first
- B.the captain must be informed at first
- C.it must be taken by the duty engineer
- D.the generator engine must be stopped
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Which of the following statements describes the relationship between flash point and ignition temperature?
- A.Both are higher than normal burning temperatures
- B.The flash point is always higher
- C.The ignition temperature is always higher
- D.They are not necessarily related
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Operating a rotary pump at speeds in excess of design requirements could cause _____.
- A.decreased clearances between rotating parts
- B.decreased slippage to the suction side of the pump
- C.air binding in the discharge ports
- D.erosion and excessive wear
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When a ship is entering to narrow waterway and the fuel feeding of the main engine is keeping unchanged, which of the following is the wrong conclusion?
- A.the power of main engine will be reduced
- B.exhaust temperature will be increased
- C.the speed of the ship will be reduced
- D.the propulsion characteristic of propeller will keep unchanged
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In practice, the refrigerant flow after the evaporator is designed to ensure that the vapor leaving the evaporator is slightly _____.
- A.saturated
- B.super-cooled
- C.wet
- D.superheated
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Air bubbles in a hydraulic governor can cause ______.
- A.sluggish response
- B.speed droop variations
- C.isochronous governing
- D.sensitivity increase
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When starting air-conditioner in the winter, we should open____ in sequenceIvalve of warming IIvalve of humidifier IIIFan
- A.III .II .I
- B.III .I .II
- C.I.III .II
- D.II .III .I
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Class B fires are best extinguished by smothering, i.e_____.
- A.deprival of oxygen
- B.removal of heat
- C.spraying of water
- D.injecting of soda-acid
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_____ is a source of power by which the diesel engine may operate.
- A.Water energy
- B.Electrical energy
- C.Chemical energy
- D.Heat energy
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The _____ pump discharges a nearly constant amount of liquid regardless of pressure.
- A.mixed-flow
- B.axial-flow
- C.centrifugal
- D.displacement
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The cylinder and piston must be warmed up _____ to a temperature of about 140 degF in standing by engine.
- A.repeatedly
- B.quickly
- C.gradually
- D.immediately
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_____ is the removal of exhaust gases by blowing in fresh air.
- A.Gas exchange
- B.Charging
- C.Scavenging
- D.Supercharging
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Under normal conditions, the main source of crankcase oil contamination is attributed to ______________.
- A.metal particles loosened by wear
- B.air when air cleaners are not used
- C.condensation of water vapors
- D.breakdown of the lubricating oil by dilution
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Clean oil is achieved in a clarifier bowl where the impurities and water collect at the bowl _____.
- A.bottom
- B.top
- C.center
- D.periphery
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The spur geared mooring winches have advantages over worm geared ones in .
- A.higher efficiency of the gear train while reversing
- B.the higher gear ratio
- C.the multi-start feature
- D.higher recovering speed
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After changing out the fuel filters the diesel engine fails to restart, the most probable cause for this condition is a/an __________.
- A.low compression
- B.air-bound fuel system
- C.improper spark
- D.change in viscosity
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_____ in the engine room, the motormen could hardly talk each other.
- A.To work
- B.Working
- C.Having worked
- D.worked
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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 themWhat’s 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 function of a centrifugal pump double volute casing is to _____.
- A.reduce radial thrust to the impeller
- B.double the liquid velocity through the pump when compared to a single volute
- C.reduce hydraulic end thrust
- D.provide the effect of multi-staging
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If your vessel has a starboard list after taking on fuel, you would transfer fuel _____.
- A.to starboard
- B.to port
- C.forward
- D.aft
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It is important that the water _____ very often as this can lead to increased deposits.
- A.not be changed
- B.be changed
- C.should not be changed
- D.should be changed
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Which of the following statements is true concerning all three-phase alternators?
- A.Each has three separate but identical armature windings acted on by one system of rotating magnets
- B.Each has one armature winding acted on by three identical but separate systems of rotating magnets
- C.All three-phase alternators are designed to operate with a O8 leading power factor
- D.The three phases always provide power to the load through three sets of slip rings and brushes
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Diesel engine air start valve timing is controlled by________.
- A.engine operating speed
- B.an air manifold
- C.a hydraulic distributor
- D.individual cams and valve gear
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To absorb the wear resulting from impeller rotation and abrasives in the liquid, a centrifugal pump is usually fitted with _____.
- A.lantern rings
- B.bearings
- C.easing volutes
- D.wearing rings
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A diesel engine should not be operated at low loads for long periods of time because_____
- A.heavy carbon deposits will buildup on the valves and in the exhaust
- B.fuel dilution is increased at low load
- C.exhaust valves may be damaged
- D.all of the above
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Noise in a refrigeration compressor can be caused by _____.
- A.worn bearings and piston pins
- B.slugging due to flooding back
- C.too much oil in circulation
- D.All of the above
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The crankcase can not be opened ______ the parts have been cooled down.
- A.if
- B.as
- C.unless
- D.when
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The ____ in the steering gear system provides the force.
- A.control equipment
- B.power unit
- C.transmission mechanisms
- D.fittings and pipeline
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Before pumping up the crankcase oil, _____ should be worked by hand to minimize corrosive action on the liners.
- A.the indicators
- B.the starting valves
- C.the cylinder lubricators
- D.the turning gear
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When the ship is going to enter into the harbor, .
- A.change from heavy fuel oil to diesel oil for mail engine
- B.pumping oil bilge water
- C.change sea chest form. high level one to lower one
- D.test emergency generator
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When deciding the composition of the engineering watch, which may include appropriately, many factors shall be taken into account.
- A.satisfied engineers
- B.qualified ratings
- C.satisfied chief engineer
- D.qualified chief engineer
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Excessive oil foaming in the crankcase of a refrigeration compressor at start up can cause _____.
- A.compressor damage from improper lubrication
- B.refrigerant absorption by the lubricant
- C.increased viscosity in the lubricant
- D.carbon deposit on the compressor suction valves
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An over-speed trip serves to ________.
- A.stop the engine by cutting off the cooling water supply
- B.stop the engine by closing the air intake
- C.slow the engine but not stop it
- D.slow the engine to half of normal load
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Excessive piston ring wear in a diesel engine will cause ____________.
- A.high lube oil viscosity
- B.increased lube oil consumption
- C.low lube oil temperatures
- D.high firing pressures
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The certificate for the refrigerating plant will _____soonI’d like to extend its validation now.
- A.update
- B.finish
- C.outdated
- D.expire
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Generating tubes in waste heat boilers are finned to _____.
- A.reduce gas flow turbulence
- B.prevent exhaust gas corrosion
- C.increase the rate of combustion
- D.increase the rate of heat transfer
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Which lubricating oil additive is used in diesel engines to reduce the tendency for sludge and varnish to form. on the engine parts?
- A.Flash point improvers
- B.Pour point improvers
- C.Inhibitors
- D.Foam suppressors
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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.(2) and (3)
- D.(1), (2) and (3)
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Which of the following will be desirable properties of refrigerant? (1) non-explosive; (2) non-corrosive; (3) that it doesn’t react with lubricants
- A.(1), (2) and (3)
- B.(1) and (2)
- C.(1) and (3)
- D.(2) and (3)
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Increasing the compression ratio of a diesel engine while maintaining the designed rate of fuel flow will result in _________.
- A.increased horsepower
- B.reduced efficiency
- C.increased heat loss
- D.lower cylinder pressures
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Burner ignition failure in an automatically fired auxiliary boiler would be caused by .
- A.a burned out solenoid in the oil supply valve
- B.high temperature excess air
- C.incorrectly setting the hot-well dump valve
- D.an incorrectly positioned burner snubber realy
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The trouble-free life of an engine indicates _____.
- A.the period of time during which no trouble occurs to the engine
- B.no trouble will occur to the engine all its life
- C.trouble may occur freely to the engine
- D.no matter what you do to the engine, no trouble will occur during this period
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The International Sewage Pollution Prevention Certificate shall be issued for a period specified by the Administration, which shall not exceed from the date of issue.
- A.six months
- B.one year
- C.three year
- D.five years
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Waterside scale in a fire-tube boiler may cause _____.
- A.increased heat transfer
- B.fireside erosion
- C.high steam demand
- D.overheated tubes
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The SOLAS Convention is the main international convention .
- A.about marine pollution prevention
- B.covering safety of life
- C.about marine
- D.about ship and port security
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Generally the gudgeon pin is fully floating in both connecting rod small end and _____.
- A.the crosshead
- B.the crankshaft
- C.large end
- D.the piston bosses
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Fires occurring in combustible metals, such as sodium or magnesium, are classified as a _____.
- A.class A
- B.class B
- C.class C
- D.class D
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The pressurized air is usually cooled to increase the charge air _____.
- A.viscosity
- B.density
- C.velocity
- D.electricity
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To ensure the safe operation of each ship and to provide a link between the Company and those on board, every Company, as appropriate, should designate a person or persons ashore having direct _____ to the highest level of management.
- A.space
- B.distance
- C.visibility
- D.access
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A diesel engine fails to start because of water in the fuelIn order to start the engine, you should ______?
- A.turn engine with jacking gear
- B.drain filters and strainers and bleed off water at each injection pump
- C.use ether to start the engine with blow-down valves open
- D.blow through the cylinders and fuel lines with a drying agent
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The purpose of the safety relief valves installed on an auxiliary boiler is to _____.
- A.relieve excess fuel oil pressure during the “off” fire cycle
- B.admit water to the dry pipe
- C.throttle the forced draft fan output for proper combustion
- D.reduce excess steam pressure in the boiler
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If the head pressure is too high, .
- A.the relief valve should open before the high-pressure cutout
- B.the relief valve should open and let excess refrigerant go to receiver
- C.the high-pressure cutout switch should operate before the relief valve opens
- D.close in on the suction valve
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Large crosshead type engine generally has two lubrication systems, a function performed only by cylinder oil system is .
- A.lubricating
- B.cooling
- C.sealing
- D.cleaning
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In a diesel engine, a cylinder liner should be replaced if it is ___________ⅠScuffed ⅡScored
- A.I only is correct
- B.Ⅱ only is correct
- C.both I and Ⅱ are correct
- D.neither I or Ⅱ are correct
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The sub-multiple prefix “micro” means _____.
- A.thousandth ( 10 to the - 3rd power)
- B.millionth (10 to the -6th power)
- C.billionth ( 10 to the - 9th power)
- D.trillionth (10 to the - 12th power)
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If you must make an electricity connection in a poorly accessible spot, solder it and seal it against ____.
- A.metal
- B.wood
- C.water
- D.plastic
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As a general rule, the first troubleshooting action to be taken in checking faulty electric control devices is to _____.
- A.draw a one line diagram of the circuitry
- B.test all fuses and measure the line voltage
- C.take megger readings
- D.insulate the apparatus from ground
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Condensate formed within the first-effect tube nest of a double-effect, low pressure evaporator, is removed by a _____.
- A.series of baffles
- B.crossover pipe
- C.condensate separator
- D.drain pump
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Fire prevention during welding or burning aboard any vessel should include _____.
- A.posting a fire watch in the immediate area
- B.providing an extinguisher which is ready for immediate use
- C.requiring the fire watch to remain on post for 30 minutes after the completion of welding or burning
- D.All of the above
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Which of the listed extinguishing agents is NOT suitable for fighting a liquid paint fire?
- A.Dry chemical
- B.Foam
- C.Water
- D.Carbon dioxide
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You should frequently compare drum-mounted and remote-reading water level indicators_____ between these have contributed to failures because of overheating through shortage of water, when a boiler was being oil-fired.
- A.descriptions
- B.discrepancies
- C.different
- D.deflections
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The purpose of compressing the air within the cylinder of a diesel engine is to ________.
- A.produce the heat for ignition
- B.decrease injection lag
- C.increase ignition delay
- D.aid in exhausting burnt gases
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For an ordinary four-stroke diesel engine the exhaust valves close _____.
- A.after TDC
- B.before TDC
- C.after BDC
- D.before BDC
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The exhaust ports of a diesel engine using the cross-flow scavenging method are opened and closed by the _________.
- A.reciprocating motion of exhaust valves
- B.rotary motion of the camshaft
- C.reciprocating motion of the piston
- D.developed differential
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The difference between measured and desired values is called _____.
- A.make-up
- B.desired value
- C.deviation
- D.set value
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If two fuel service tanks are installed, the empty tank should be pumped up directly it is emptyWhat is the meaning of “directly” in the sentence above?
- A.at once
- B.as soon as
- C.quickly
- D.straight
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Which of the listed pre-start procedures should be carried out prior to starting a crosshead type diesel engine after an overhaul?
- A.Pre-lube cylinders with hand cranks
- B.Open all air space drain cocks
- C.Open all indicator valves
- D.All of the above
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Ring groove inserts are occasionally used on aluminum alloy piston to_______.
- A.reduce the ring groove wear rate
- B.seal against crankcase vapors
- C.lessen the wear on aluminum part of the cylinder
- D.allow for the greater expansion rate of aluminum
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Starting a large low-speed propulsion diesel engine on diesel fuel during cold weather conditions, will be made easier by _______
- A.increasing the quantity of starting air
- B.increasing the lube oil pressure
- C.heating the engine fuel supply
- D.heating the engine coolant
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Constant superheat is maintained at the evaporator outlet of a refrigeration coil by a .
- A.solenoid valve
- B.low pressure cutout switch
- C.king valve
- D.thermal expansion valve
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The piston moving up and down keeps the crankshaft _____.
- A.to revolve
- B.revolved
- C.revolving
- D.to be revolved
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The starting air bottle should be pumped up to maximum pressure by the _____ before start of the engine.
- A.air compressor
- B.refrigeration compressor
- C.vacuum pump
- D.purifier
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Fuel is not supplied to the corresponding cylinder due to a failure of _____.
- A.the motor
- B.the fresh water generator
- C.the governor
- D.the fuel pump
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The heat required to change a substance from a solid to a liquid while at its freezing temperature, is known as the latent heat of _____.
- A.fusion
- B.vaporization
- C.condensation
- D.sublimation
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When air is at its dew point it is at its______.
- A.lowest absolute humidity
- B.lowest relative humidity
- C.highest absolute humidity
- D.highest relative humidity
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is the main reason that reduces the power advantage of a two-stroke engine over a same size four-stroke one to about .
- A.Inefficient scavenging; twice
- B.Inefficient scavenging; 1.8 times
- C.Fewer strokes in a circle; twice
- D.Fewer strokes in a circle; 1.8 times
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A burning AC motor would be considered what class of fire?
- A.Class "A"
- B.Class "B"
- C.Class "C"
- D.Class "D"
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The power generated in the turbine must _____ that required by the compressor.
- A.be less than
- B.be larger than
- C.be as large as
- D.not be so large as
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The exhaust gases in a supercharged two-stroke/cycle diesel engine are expelled from the cylinder by _____.
- A.pumping action of the piston
- B.pressure of the fuel charge
- C.vacuum developed in the manifold
- D.pressure of the fresh air charge
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Special thrust devices are provided on ships to improve their _____ at zero ship speed when the rudder is relatively ineffective.
- A.brake capabilities
- B.reversing capabilities
- C.maneuvering capabilities
- D.acceleration capabilities
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A positive displacement pump is that where the volume of the pump chamber is alternately _____ to draw the liquid in and then _____ to force the liquid out.
- A.increased / decreased
- B.decreased/increased
- C.decreased/decreased
- D.increased/increased
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The ability of the governor to prevent fluctuations in engine speed is termed _____.
- A.sensitivity
- B.stability
- C.promptness
- D.speed droop
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During the PSC inspection under the provision of SOLAS 74, which one may be regarded as clear grounds for ships’ detainment?
- A.failure of proper operation of propulsion
- B.paint peeling off the uptake
- C.no operation procedures for the oil separators
- D.damaged sanitary pump
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These piston rings are so badly worn that they must be _____.
- A.renewed
- B.welded
- C.machined
- D.chromium-plated
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Gas exchange, which is a basic part of the cycle of an internal combustion engine, is .
- A.the supply of normal air and removal of compressed air
- B.the supply of fuel oil and combustion of the atomized oil
- C.the supply of fresh air and removal of exhaust gases
- D.the supply of fresh air and removal of the extra heat
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The sum of the sensible heat and the latent heat of any substance is known as _____.
- A.total heat
- B.residual heat
- C.specific heat
- D.superheat
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To extinguish an electrical fire, you should use _____.
- A.mechanical foam
- B.chemical foam
- C.carbon dioxide
- D.soda acid
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The compressed air is admitted to each cylinder through a cam operated by starting air valve when the piston has just passed its _____.
- A.BDC
- B.TDC
- C.BBDC
- D.ATDC
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To check the setting of the overspeed trip on a diesel powered generator, you would use a _____.
- A.tachometer
- B.torsion meter
- C.dynamometer
- D.pony brake
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When lighting off an auxiliary boiler, which of the problems listed could cause the burners to sputter? .
- A.cold fuel oil
- B.low fuel oil pressure
- C.low atomizing steam pressure
- D.water in the fuel oil
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(Piston area)X(Piston stroke)K(numbers of the cylinders)=engine_______.
- A.brake horsepower
- B.displacement
- C.cylinder volume
- D.cylinder clearance
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On tank vessels equipped with power operated cargo tank valves, the type of power operator most commonly used is _____.
- A.hydraulic
- B.electric
- C.steam
- D.diesel
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Under tropical conditions, control valves have fully opened, but the room still hotWhat measures can be taken in such a case?
- A.Keep the plant running all time
- B.Start another blower
- C.Increase the ratio of circulated to fresh air
- D.Reduce the seawater flow to the condenser
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The energy consumed by an AC motor, as strictly reactive power, is _____.
- A.used to do mechanical work
- B.used to establish the magnetic field of the motor
- C.lost as heat generated by the windings
- D.lost in doing work to turn the motor itself
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The order “_____” means “Maximum maneuvering engine revolution for ahead propulsion”.
- A.Full Ahead
- B.Half Ahead
- C.Full Astern
- D.Half Astern
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In general, _____ is suitable for delivering small quantities at high pressure.
- A.reciprocating pump
- B.gear pump
- C.centrifugal pump
- D.vane pump
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Water lubricated tailshaft bearings wear, ____.
- A.the after one is more than forward one
- B.the forward one is more than after one
- C.the forward one is the same with after one
- D.it depends on the type of engine
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The value of GM still remains one meter, meanwhile we can pump the ballast water to_____ the ship on even keel.
- A.make
- B.put
- C.keep
- D.get
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If you don’t understand the meaning of the technical terms of the diesel engine, you can _____ the dictionary of machine technology.
- A.look for
- B.find out
- C.consult
- D.read
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The main propulsion diesel engine jacket water temperature rises above normal, with the raw water sea suction and the expansion tank water level being normalWhich of the following problems is most likely the cause?
- A.Faulty thermostatic bypass valve
- B.Eroded zinc pencils in the heat exchanger
- C.Steam formation in the expansion tank
- D.Excessive leakage from jacket water pump seal
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Properties of a good refrigeration oil include_____.
- A.low wax content
- B.high pour point
- C.high viscosity
- D.all of the above
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The correct pH value of boiler water is achieved by continuous addition of a suitable _____ to the feed.
- A.acid
- B.alkali
- C.salt
- D.None of the above
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The position of _____ on the crosshead on a large diesel engine is determined by dowel pins.
- A.the guideway
- B.the piston rod
- C.the crosshead shoes
- D.the interlocked circlip
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Overflow valve is used to ____.
- A.control the fluid flow through it
- B.prevent the pressure before it over the specified valve
- C.make the pressure after it steady
- D.control the direction of oil flow
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According to the Robinson Graph, suddenly astern maneuvering of main engine during navigating will cause____.
- A.rapid reduction of ship’s friction force
- B.shaft system over mechanical load
- C.sharp growth of the torque of diesel engine
- D.propeller torque change along J= 0 curve
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A ship designed for carrying goods requiring refrigeration is called ______.
- A.REEFER
- B.RO/RO SHIP
- C.CONTAINER
- D.TANKER
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_____ is arranged for cleaning the lubricating oil in the system and clean oil can be provided from a storage tank.
- A.A filter
- B.A centrifuge
- C.A distiller
- D.A generator
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After the order “_____” is given, the air system is shut down, the turning gear put in, all drains and indicator cocks opened, and the cooling water and lubricating oil systems kept running.
- A.Stand-by Engine
- B.Stop Engine
- C.Finished With Engine
- D.Dead Slow Ahead
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Main engine room control console alarms are to be of the self monitoring type, meaning that an open circuit to a particular alarm circuit will _____.
- A.cause an alarm condition
- B.secure power to the indicator
- C.secure power to the monitored device
- D.automatically recluse within 10 seconds
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Which of the following should be the FIRST step in removing a generator from parallel operation?
- A.Trip the generator off the switchboard
- B.Turn off all electrical equipment
- C.Remove the load from the "off going" generator
- D.Increase the cycles of the generator staying on the line
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Some large A.Cmotors are equipped with heatersThese could be _____(1) resistance heaters bolted directly to the frame. ;(2) low voltage windings embedded in the motor windings
- A.(1) only
- B.(2) only
- C.either (1) or (2)
- D.neither (1) or (2)
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Cracks in the cylinders and cylinder covers may result from _____.
- A.low speed
- B.unequal heating
- C.less lubricating
- D.low charge air pressure
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The shape of a cam on a diesel engine determines the valve’s _____.
- A.point of opening
- B.speed of opening
- C.lift from its seat
- D.all of the above
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Excessive alkalinity of the water in an auxiliary boiler can cause _____.
- A.caustic embrittlement of the boiler metal
- B.acidic corrosion of the boiler metal
- C.hard scale deposits on the boiler tubes
- D.etching of the heat exchange surfaces
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By which of the following means is force efficiently provided to vary the pitch of the blades on a modem controllable pitch propeller?
- A.Hydraulic
- B.Mechanical
- C.Pneumatic
- D.Electrical
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Fusible plugs are installed in fire-tube boilers to _____.
- A.provide a means of draining the boiler
- B.warn the engineer of low water level
- C.cool the crown sheet at high firing rates
- D.open the burners electrical firing circuits
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A refrigeration system contaminated with moisture can be affected by _____.
- A.acid formation
- B.sludge formation
- C.ice in the expansion valve
- D.All of the above
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Cast irons weakness in tension and under shock loading limits its use to low pressure steam, air, oil and low speed water fittingsThe above sentence, most probably means _____.
- A.cast iron has weakness
- B.cast iron can stand up shock loading
- C.cast iron fittings are only suitable in low pressure situation
- D.east iron fittings are not suitable in low pressure situation
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A diesel engine burns _____ a gasoline engine of the same capacity in the same period of time.
- A.as much fuel as
- B.less fuel than
- C.less fuel as
- D.more fuel than
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Which of the listed governor characteristics will greatly affect the load sharing relationship between paralleled diesel generators?
- A.Sensitivity
- B.Power
- C.Speed droop
- D.Compensation
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With _____, the corrosion problems are much reduced in a central cooling system.
- A.no equipment in contact with sea water
- B.less equipment in contact with fresh water
- C.more equipment in contact with sea water
- D.less equipment in contact with sea water
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Valve gear knocks are more easily located while the engine _____.
- A.is running
- B.stops
- C.is repaired
- D.lacks of oil
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The Ship Security Plan should indicate the operational and physical ____ the ship itself should take to ensure it always operates at security level 1.
- A.precaution measures
- B.safety measures
- C.security measures
- D.emergency response measures
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The diesel engine exhaust gas bypass, as fitted with some waste heat boilers, is installed to _________.
- A.prevent engine back pressure at heavy loads
- B.increase total engine efficiency at low loads
- C.prevent boiler corrosion at low engine loads
- D.improve engine fuel consumption at any load
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Which of the following problems is the main source of fuel pump and injection system malfunctions?
- A.Improper lubrication
- B.Air in the fuel system
- C.Coated fuel lines
- D.Excessive vibration
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Keep compartment _____ as the gas given off can be dangerous.
- A.well ventilated
- B.well clean
- C.in good order
- D.more room
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_____ may have two emergency source of power, thus requiring two emergency switchboards.
- A.Large passenger vessels
- B.General cargo ships
- C.Container ships
- D.Oil tankers
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The fuel pipes and ducts should be blown with _____.
- A.atmosphere
- B.the fresh water
- C.compressed air
- D.chemical compounds
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Preventive maintenance ______.
- A.should not be carried out during the watches
- B.can only be carried out in port
- C.is a kind of maintenances carried out prior to the occurrence
- D.is a kind of maintenances carried out after the occurrence
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If there are micro-seized areas on the liner or skirt scratch-over manually with a coarse carbo-rundum stone (grindstone), moving the grindstone ____ at an angle of 20 to 30 degrees to horizontal.
- A.clockwise
- B.anticlockwise
- C.crosswise
- D.vertically
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If the main engine of an unattended engine room shuts down automatically, it will be indicated by an alarm _____.
- A.at each control station
- B.in the chief engineer’s quarters
- C.in the captains quarters
- D.All of the above are correct
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In the presence of an open flame or hot surfaces, chlorinated fluorocarbon refrigerants decomposes and from _______
- A.petroleum crystals
- B.phosgene gas
- C.water vapor
- D.carbon monoxide
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It is easier to replace a dry cylinder liner than a wet one because______.
- A.of the thin wall thickness
- B.honing makes it easier to maintain the desired oil ilm
- C.water seals are not required
- D.it fits more loosely due to a decrease in heat transfer through the composite wall
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In a flash distilling unit, evaporator feed (seawater) first absorbs heat in the _____.
- A.vapor feed heater
- B.air ejector condenser
- C.saltwater heater
- D.distillate cooler
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If you were operating a centrifugal water service pump with worn wearing rings, the _____.
- A.pump would be very noisy
- B.pump would vibrate excessively
- C.pump would develop insufficient flow
- D.stuffing box would leak excessively
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_____ will be used to blow away soot and the combustion products from the tube surfaces.
- A.The blow down valve
- B.The scum valve
- C.The air release cock
- D.Scot-blower
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Each completed page of the Oil Record Book must be signed by the _____.
- A.engineer on watch
- B.Chief Engineer
- C.Chief Mate
- D.Master
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Starting air valves are held firmly on their seats by_______.
- A.cam rollers on the camshaft
- B.spring force
- C.air pressure on top of the valve differential piston
- D.air pressure on the bottom of the valve differential piston