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  1. The shutter of the evaporator was blocked with _____, it means there was too much evaporation.

    • A.ice
    • B.wooden board
    • C.iron plate
    • D.cotton waste
  2. The refrigerating agent can _____ at low temperature in the evaporator.

    • A.expand
    • B.evaporate
    • C.condense
    • D.distil
  3. Which of the following pumps belongs to centrifugal pump?

    • A.Piston pump
    • B.Screw pump
    • C.Diffuser pump
    • D.Water-ring pump
  4. If the cooling water temperature and the lube oil temperature in a diesel engine are too high, the cause can be ________.

    • A.a dirty lube oil strainer
    • B.internal water leaks
    • C.an oil suction line restriction
    • D.excessive wears of the cooling water pump
  5. A substantial increase in crankcase pressure could be an indication of ______.

    • A.excessive lube oil pressure
    • B.the proper seating of new rings
    • C.a worn cylinder liner
    • D.a malfunctioning cylinder relief valve
  6. The output voltage of a three-phase alternator is regulated by the _____.

    • A.AC voltage to the armature
    • B.AC voltage to the field
    • C.DC voltage to the armature
    • D.DC voltage to the field
  7. What is the result of converting 10℃ into degree of Fahrenheit?

    • A.0°F
    • B.18 °F
    • C.32 °F
    • D.50 °F
  8. Which of the following descriptions best identifies the operating principal of a flash-type evaporator?

    • A.Sea water is heated to boiling temperature while under a vacuum
    • B.Sea water is passed over heated plates in a thin film
    • C.Heated sea water is injected into a vacuum chamber
    • D.Sea water is forced through a heated eductor
  9. _____ connected to the moving tiller will bring the floating lever pivot and the lever into line at right angles to the screw shaft axis.

    • A.A cut-off lever
    • B.A swivel block
    • C.A cross-head
    • D.A driving gear
  10. Water evaporates or steam condenses at the saturation temperature, which depends upon the pressure, the higher the pressure _____ the saturation temperature.

    • A.the more
    • B.the higher
    • C.the lower
    • D.the highest
  11. In a common rail engine, the fuel is injected into cylinders .

    • A.by injection pumps
    • B.at a time decided by the injection pump timing
    • C.by a signal opening the magnetic valves
    • D.at a time decided by the cam directly
  12. Some chloronated flourocarbon refrigerants may decompose into a toxic irritating gas if it is _____.

    • A.stored at temperatures below 60 degrees Fahrenheit
    • B.charged into a system having copper fittings
    • C.allowed to mix with compressor oil
    • D.exposed to an open flame or hot surface
  13. A combustible gas indicator is used to determine _____.

    • A.if there is sufficient oxygen to support life
    • B.the toxicity of flammable gases or vapors
    • C.the amount of CO2 present in flue gas
    • D.the presence of flammable gases or vapors in the air
  14. _____ is the breakdown of surface tension between oil droplets in an oil water mixture which causes them to join and increase in size.

    • A.Wear
    • B.Contaminating
    • C.Coalescence
    • D.Coarse separating
  15. Lube oil cannot be efficiently filtered if its _____.

    • A.viscosity is too low
    • B.temperature is too low
    • C.pump discharge pressure is higher than the systems pressure
    • D.pump capacity is greater than the systems needs
  16. The cylinder covers and the liners are bolted together by means of studs _____ the cylinder frames.

    • A.screwing into
    • B.being screw on
    • C.to screw on
    • D.screwed into
  17. Which statement regarding garbage disposal is correct?

    • A.Records for ground garbage disposal are not required when disposal into the sea occurs more than 25 miles offshore
    • B.Discharging or transfer of garbage while in port to a shore facility must he recorded
    • C.Maintaining records for the incineration of garbage aboard ship is not required
    • D.The recording of garbage disposal should include the approximate weight
  18. A supercharged diesel engine when compared to a similar naturally aspirated diesel engine, will develop an increase in _____.

    • A.ignition lag
    • B.engine horsepower
    • C.lube oil system pressure
    • D.specific fuel consumption
  19. When separating the lube oil without additive, it is usually cleaned with hot water; the aim is to remove ____ from it.

    • A.acid
    • B.sludge
    • C.mechanical impurity
    • D.salinity
  20. SOLAS stands for____.

    • A.the International Convention for the Safety of the Life at Sea
    • B.the International Convention for the Prevention from ships
    • C.the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping for Seafarers
    • D.the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ship’s Ballast Water and Sediments
  21. On which of the following heated surfaces of a flash type evaporator would you be more likely to find soft scale formation? .

    • A.Feed-water heater internal tube surfaces
    • B.Internal distillate cooler tubes
    • C.Flash chamber vertical surfaces
    • D.Distilling condenser tubes
  22. The sealing rings are in four parts and pressed together around the piston rods by means of _____

    • A.nuts
    • B.bolts
    • C.coil springs
    • D.stuffing boxes
  23. _____ thrust and resistance equal each other, the ship always travels at a constant speed.

    • A.As long as
    • B.As far as
    • C.As well as
    • D.Unless
  24. If an air compressor is used to supply air primarily to the combustion control system and other pneumatic controllers, the entire system is known as the _____.

    • A.control air system
    • B.forced draft air system
    • C.supply air system
    • D.ships service air system
  25. The resistance of electric wire will decrease as its _____.

    • A.length increases
    • B.cross-sectional area increases
    • C.temperature increases
    • D.percent of metallic purities increases
  26. Radiation can spread a fire by _____.

    • A.transmitting the heat of a fire through the ship s metal
    • B.burning liquids flowing into another space
    • C.heated gases flowing through ventilation systems
    • D.the transfer of heat across an unobstructed space
  27. A hydraulic machine is one that uses _____ to do work.

    • A.liquid
    • B.steam
    • C.gas
    • D.electricity
  28. The low pressure side of a refrigeration system is considered to exist from the _____.

    • A.expansion valve to the compressor
    • B.receiver to the expansion coil
    • C.expansion valve to the evaporator
    • D.condenser to the expansion valve
  29. Propulsion engines and the vast majority of auxiliary generator engines are designed to allow a generous through-flow of scavenge air in order to control ____.

    • A.the lubricating oil consumption
    • B.the turbine blade temperature
    • C.the flow rate of fuel
    • D.scavenge air pressure
  30. A carbon dioxide fire extinguisher has been partially discharged, and should be immediately _____.

    • A.tagged and restowed properly in its rack
    • B.weighed and the charge loss recorded
    • C.given to the chief engineer for recharging
    • D.tagged "empty" and stowed separately from charged extinguishers
  31. Poor quality fuel being used in a turbocharged medium-speed, diesel engine could result in __________________.

    • A.hard starting
    • B.excessive fuel consumption
    • C.loss of power
    • D.all of the above
  32. A firemans outfit carried onboard cargo vessels, must have a _____.

    • A.canister-type gas mask
    • B.fresh-air breathing apparatus
    • C.self-contained breathing apparatus
    • D.combustible gas indicator
  33. If one of the bilge system manifold valves does not properly seat, the ______.

    • A.bilge well connected to that valve, plus the second bilge well being pumped will be completely emptied
    • B.bilge system will lose vacuum and prevent the other bilges from being pumped out
    • C.bilge well aft connected to that valve will siphon its contents to the forward bilge wells
    • D.discharge pressure will be too high
  34. White smoke exhausting from a diesel engine can be caused by a _______.

    • A.high combustion temperature
    • B.high compression pressure
    • C.cracked cylinder liner
    • D.fuel with a high vanadium content
  35. A certificate, called a(an) ______ ,should be issued to a ship by the Administration.

    • A.ISM
    • B.DOC
    • C.SMC
    • D.PSC
  36. The rotating range of the low speed diesel engine is usually lower than _____.

    • A.100 rpm
    • B.200 rpm
    • C.300 rpm
    • D.500 rpm
  37. Safety valves on a boiler vent to the _____.

    • A.fuel tank
    • B.bilge
    • C.atmosphere
    • D.auxiliary exhaust line
  38. In a hydraulic system, _____ are used to protect the system from over pressure.

    • A.stop valves
    • B.check valves
    • C.safety valves
    • D.reducing valves
  39. Which of the following statements represents the reason for rolling over a diesel engine with the cylinder indicator cocks open prior?

    • A.To test the starting system
    • B.To remove air bubbles from the jacket water
    • C.To ensure that the lube oil system delivers pressure
    • D.To ensure foreign material (water etc) is not present in the cylinders
  40. For a given size engine, the two-stroke/cycle diesel engine will deliver more power than a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine because _____.

    • A.it has a longer power stroke
    • B.more air gets into the cylinder each stroke
    • C.it develops twice as many power strokes at the same speed
    • D.higher combustion pressure is developed
  41. When the ship is in restricted visibility, the officer in charge of the engineering watch shall ensure that ⅠBridge order relating to changes in speed or direction of operation are immediately implementedⅡ.auxiliary machinery used for maneuvering is readily availableⅢ.permanent air or steam pressure is available for sound signals.

    • A.Ⅰ+Ⅱ
    • B.Ⅰ+Ⅲ
    • C.Ⅱ+Ⅲ
    • D.Ⅰ+Ⅱ+Ⅲ
  42. The volatility of a liquid is the tendency of a liquid to _____.

    • A.ignite
    • B.explode
    • C.asphyxiate
    • D.vaporize
  43. During the PSC inspection, under the provisions of SOLAS 74, which one may not be regarded as clear grounds for ships’ detainment?

    • A.failure of the proper operation of the main steering gear
    • B.failure of the proper operation of electrical installations
    • C.leakage of domestic water pump
    • D.insulation of exhaust pipes in engine room contaminated by oil
  44. If water is found in the crankcase of a diesel engine, the cause may be due to______.

    • A.a cracked cylinder head
    • B.a leaky cylinder head gasket
    • C.a cracked cylinder liner
    • D.any of the above
  45. The operating medium for control systems may be _____.

    • A.compressed air
    • B.hydraulic oil
    • C.electricity
    • D.All of the above
  46. When fuel oil has seriously contaminated a diesel engine lubricating oil, you should _____.

    • A.filter to remove the fuel oil
    • B.use the settler to remove the fuel oil
    • C.remove the fuel oil by centrifuging
    • D.drain and then renew the lube oil supply
  47. The Port Authorities, in accordance with the IMO resolutions have been carrying out _____ to enhance safety of ships.

    • A.CPP
    • B.FPP
    • C.PSC
    • D.FSC
  48. Heavy residual fuel oils are heated prior to centrifuging to ______.

    • A.reduce fuel weight
    • B.increase specific gravity
    • C.separate fuel from lube oil
    • D.reduce fuel viscosity
  49. Obviously, for a given fuel oil, its pour point is _____ its cloud point.

    • A.lower than
    • B.higher than
    • C.as same as
    • D.better than
  50. If the buoyant force on a ships hull is equal to or greater than the displacement tonnage, the ship will _____.

    • A.require ballast added to only the port side tanks
    • B.be down by the head
    • C.sink
    • D.float
  51. The lower end of each piston rod is reduced in diameter to fit a bore in _____.

    • A.the crosshead
    • B.the journals of the crosshead
    • C.the crosshead shoes
    • D.the guides
  52. When there is no movement of the rams on an electro-hydraulic steering gear, the tilting box of the running pump is _____.

    • A.set for maximum torque
    • B.on the purge and vent stroke
    • C.in the neutral position
    • D.rotating backwards
  53. Which of the filter/strainer units listed permits you to clean the element while leaving the system on the line?

    • A.Simplex
    • B.Duplex
    • C.Canister
    • D.Bypass
  54. The lubricating system for the cylinder walls is different from the bearings in that the oil for former one is supplied in _____ while that for latter one is _____.

    • A.sufficient quantity / measured
    • B.measured quantity/sufficient
    • C.excessive quantity/sufficient
    • D.the less quantity the better/the more the better
  55. Bad valves operation of the reciprocating air compressors can be detected by observation of _____.

    • A.the discharge temperature low
    • B.the discharge temperature high
    • C.the discharge pressure rise
    • D.the inter-stage pressure low
  56. At the earliest indication of fire aboard your vessel, you must FIRST _____.

    • A.locate the fire
    • B.determine which type of fire is burning
    • C.sound the alarm
    • D.fight the fire
  57. To avoid excessive surge pressure when bunkering, you should .

    • A.bunker at a normal rate
    • B.check for kinks in hose
    • C.close valves slowly
    • D.shut valves before topping off
  58. When reassembling the bowl of a disk-type centrifuge, the bowl or locking ring is rotated _____.

    • A.clockwise, due to the bowl rotating clockwise
    • B.clockwise, due to the bowl rotating counterclockwise
    • C.counterclockwise, due to the bowl rotating clockwise
    • D.counterclockwise, due to the bowl rotating counterclockwise
  59. Hydraulic cranes must be properly warmed-up before being operated because _____.

    • A.warm-up allows the hydraulic system to become charged with oil
    • B.warm-up allows the relief valves to be properly tested
    • C.hydraulic strainers operate only during the warm-up period
    • D.hydraulic fluid must be at the proper viscosity
  60. An engineer, together with some motormen ______ to help in the repair work.

    • A.send
    • B.sends
    • C.was sent
    • D.were sent
  61. Reduced voltage applied to a motor during the starting period will _____.

    • A.result in decreased acceleration time only
    • B.lower the starting current and increase accelerating time
    • C.cause a greater starting torque
    • D.increase the starting current and pump capacity
  62. If a diesel engine rotates slowly when cranked, but does not fire, the____.

    • A.fuel control rack had admitted excessive fuel
    • B.engine speed does not match the fuel rack setting
    • C.engine has failed to reach its firing speed
    • D.starter pinion and ring gear contact is not correct
  63. “AMIDSHIPS” refers to ______.

    • A.back of the vessel
    • B.the middle portion of a ship
    • C.a backward movement of a vessel
    • D.across the ship, at right angles to the fore-and-aft centerline
  64. After passing through the turbine the exhaust gas is conducted out into the _____.

    • A.intercooler
    • B.compressor
    • C.cylinder
    • D.open air
  65. If a diesel engine turned over freely but failed to start, the cause could be ________.

    • A.water in the fuel
    • B.cold lube oil
    • C.excessive starting air pressure
    • D.excessive fuel pressure
  66. Heat damage to fuel injection nozzles can be prevented by avoiding ____.

    • A.excessive fuel oil temperature
    • B.long periods of engine overload
    • C.metallic contact between nozzles and cylinder heads
    • D.hard carbon deposit and varnish on the nozzles
  67. A(n)____ is the documentary attestation for the delivery of stores and spare parts.

    • A.informative note
    • B.consignment note
    • C.store booklet
    • D.maintenance book
  68. Zinc rods are installed in the refrigeration system .

    • A.liquid strainer
    • B.liquid receiver
    • C.saltwater condenser
    • D.evaporator
  69. On a large low-speed main propulsion diesel engine, lower main bearing wear is usually measured by using a/an _________.

    • A.dial indicator
    • B.outside caliper
    • C.bridge gauge
    • D.tram rod
  70. If a CO2 fire extinguisher is not readily available, which of the listed fire extinguishers would be best suited to combat a small electrical fire in a switchboard?

    • A.Dry chemical
    • B.Halon
    • C.Low velocity fog
    • D.Steam
  71. According to Annex I of MARPOL 73/78, the instantaneous discharging rate of the oily waste from cargo tanks of oil tankers must be lower than .

    • A.30 liters per nautical mile
    • B.15 liters per nautical mile
    • C.30 ppm
    • D.15ppm
  72. The flash-evaporator is different with the submerged-tube evaporator in that for the former .

    • A.Water is heated into vapor on heating surfaces
    • B.Water is vaporized by pressure difference
    • C.There are no heating-transfer surfaces
    • D.There are more heating-transfer surfaces
  73. The resistance to the movement of the globule in oily water mixture depends on its size and the _____ of the fluid.

    • A.pressure
    • B.velocity
    • C.gravity
    • D.viscosity
  74. A Document of Compliance differs from a Safety Management Certificate in that the former is issued to ______ by the Administration.

    • A.a ship
    • B.a company
    • C.a charterer
    • D.a manager
  75. What is the function of thermostatic expansion valve in a compression refrigeration system?

    • A.nonexistent
    • B.for controlling pressure
    • C.for controlling superheat
    • D.for controlling the solenoid valve
  76. A dazzling white burner flame in the boiler furnace indicates _____.

    • A.proper combustion
    • B.water in the fuel
    • C.excess air
    • D.cold fuel oil
  77. Tools with ____handles should be used to check electric circuit.

    • A.plastic
    • B.metal
    • C.stainless steel
    • D.copper
  78. You are transferring fuel from the storage tanks to the day tanks by means of an electric fuel oil transfer pumpIf the pump motor catches fire, you would FIRST _____.

    • A.secure the fuel manifold
    • B.shut off power to the pump
    • C.shut off the power ventilation
    • D.spray water on the fire
  79. In the process of _____, liquid changes into gas.

    • A.evaporation
    • B.frosting
    • C.condensing
    • D.compressing
  80. Fins are installed on the generating tube surfaces in waste heat boilers to _____.

    • A.prevent soot fires in the exhaust system
    • B.prevent exhaust gas erosion of the tubes
    • C.increase the velocity of exhaust gas flow
    • D.increase the rate of heat transfer
  81. _____ are used to handle anchors and chains.

    • A.Cargo winches
    • B.Mooring winches
    • C.Windlasses
    • D.Cargo hatches
  82. Current measuring instruments must always be connected in _____.

    • A.series with a circuit
    • B.parallel with a circuit
    • C.series-parallel with a circuit
    • D.delta with the shunt
  83. Which of the following conditions must exist for heat to flow from one object to another?

    • A.The two objects must be in physical contact
    • B.The two objects must be the same size
    • C.There must be an existing temperature differential
    • D.There must be an existing weight differential
  84. The main purpose of an electric space heater installed in a large AC generator is to _____.

    • A.prevent the windings from becoming brittle
    • B.prevent moisture from condensing in the windings during shutdown
    • C.prevent acidic pitting of the slip rings
    • D.keep the lube oil warm for quick starting
  85. The cooling liquid used for the cylinder may be referred to as _____.

    • A.jacket water
    • B.make-up water
    • C.boiler water
    • D.flushing water
  86. An ohmmeter can be used to measure_____.

    • A.current flow in a circuit
    • B.voltage between two points in a circuit
    • C.circuit continuity
    • D.power
  87. “Inability to provide for the first watch at the commencement of a voyage and for subsequent relieving watches persons who are sufficiently rested and otherwise fit for duty” is considered to be one of the detainable deficiencies under .

    • A.the SOLAS Convention
    • B.the MARPOL Convention
    • C.the STCW Convention
    • D.the LIAD LINE Convention
  88. Because of the reduced _____ in the distillation system, some of the sea water boils as it flows through the tubes of the evaporator.

    • A.pressure
    • B.temperature
    • C.density
    • D.volume
  89. One factor that determines the frequency of an alternator is the_____.

    • A.number of turns of wire in the armature coil
    • B.number of magnetic poles
    • C.strength of the magnets used
    • D.output voltage
  90. For a propeller direct driven by the engine, _____.

    • A.the thrust pads are while metal faced on both sides
    • B.the thrust pads are while metal faced only on the forward side
    • C.the thrust pads are while metal faced only on the after side
    • D.intermediate shaft usually supported by a plummer block
  91. Which of the routine maintenance procedures listed is required for starting air receivers?

    • A.over-speeding
    • B.overload
    • C.low exhaust temperature
    • D.high crankcase pressure
  92. The cooling water jacket is common to all the cylinders but there are often _____ to ensure that each cylinder receives the right amount and flow of water.

    • A.dividing walls
    • B.divided walls
    • C.dividing liners
    • D.divided jackets
  93. To function properly, oil control rings used on a diesel engine piston must distribute sufficient oil to all parts of the cylinder wall and must also ________.

    • A.prevent any lubricant from reaching
    • B.prevent excessive lubrication from reaching the combustion space
    • C.Provide metal-to-metal contact to seal the cylinder against blow-by
    • D.assure a positive means of scraping carbon accumulation from the cylinder
  94. The majority of automatic mooring winches are spur geared to improve the backward efficiency of the gear train for rendering

    • A.spur geared
    • B.screw geared
    • C.worm geared
    • D.belt driven
  95. Compensated flow control or constant flow valves are used in hydraulic systems to .

    • A.compensate for major leaks in the system
    • B.maintain the original fluid viscosity
    • C.allow for changes in pressure and temperature within the system
    • D.assure constant fluid temperature
  96. If it becomes necessary to pump bilges while a vessel is in port, which of the following procedures should be followed?

    • A.Pump only if the discharge is led to a shore tank or barge
    • B.Pump only during the hours of darkness
    • C.Pump only on the outgoing tide
    • D.Pump only as much as is necessary
  97. The officer in charge of the engineering watch shall ensure that at all times bridge orders relating to changes in _____ of operation are immediately implemented.

    • A.ahead or astern
    • B.fore or aft
    • C.up or down
    • D.speed or direction
  98. One of the differences between a two-stroke engine and a four-stroke engine is, .

    • A.a two-stroke engine can’t work without cylinders
    • B.a two-stroke engine can’t work without pistons
    • C.a two-stroke engine can’t work without crankshafts
    • D.a two-stroke engine can’t work without a blower
  99. _____ shall be continuously powered and shall have an automatic changeover to a stand by power supply in case of loss of normal power supply.

    • A.Cooling system
    • B.Alarm system
    • C.The air conditioning installation
    • D.The mooring equipment
  100. In the constant-tension mooring, the mooring lines holding the ship to the pier will maintain a constant tension even with changes in tide or ship’s draft, ______.

    • A.without the necessity of manually adjusting the lines
    • B.without the necessity of automatically adjusting the lines
    • C.with the necessity of manually adjusting the lines
    • D.with the un-necessity of automatically adjusting the lines
  101. ____, where minor repairs are carried out with a ship service, often during a stay in portThis may be remote from a ship repair site.

    • A.voyage repairs
    • B.routine docking
    • C.damage repairs
    • D.conversion
  102. For a purifier changing to a gravity disc with smaller hole diameter will move the interface towards the_____.

    • A.bowl periphery
    • B.bowl center
    • C.upper surface
    • D.lower surface
  103. The Company should establish in the SMS that _____ has the overriding authority and the responsibility to make decisions with respect to safety and pollution prevention.

    • A.the master
    • B.the chief engineer
    • C.the officer on duty
    • D.the engineer in charge of watch
  104. Deficiencies in the categories of Life-saving, Safety in General, Fire-fighting Appliances and Load Line _____ approximately 66% of all deficiencies.

    • A.account as
    • B.account for
    • C.account to
    • D.account of
  105. Piston cooling fins are located .

    • A.atop the piston crown
    • B.beneath the piston crown
    • C.at the base of the piston skirt
    • D.inside the cylinder liner cooling water jacket
  106. If a fire ignites in the engine room as a result of a high pressure fuel oil leak, you should FIRST _____.

    • A.secure the ventilation
    • B.find a soda acid extinguisher
    • C.shut off the fuel oil supply
    • D.secure the generator
  107. Which one is NOT the ‘clear grounds’ for a more detailed inspection?

    • A.no operation procedures for the oil separators
    • B.engine log book missing
    • C.the master and the chief engineer are unable to communicate effectively
    • D.absence of an up-date muster list
  108. A diesel engine could fail to start because of ____.

    • A.incorrect injection timing
    • B.low exhaust back pressure
    • C.floating exhaust valves
    • D.excessive cranking speed
  109. A(n) _____ is a special type of valve which prevents the passage of steam but allows condensate to pass.

    • A.check valve
    • B.non-return valve
    • C.steam trap
    • D.quick closing trap
  110. The position of the piston parts in relation to each other is secured by means of _____ in the crown.

    • A.a mark
    • B.a bolt
    • C.a dowel pin
    • D.a measuring tool
  111. The heated feed-water entering any flash chamber of a flash-type evaporator will __.

    • A.vaporize, with the un-flashed water remaining at the temperature at which it entered the flash chamber
    • B.vaporize, with the un-flashed eater equalizing to the saturation conditions existing in the f lash chamber
    • C.vaporize, with the remaining water a t a temperature greater than it entered the flash chamber
    • D.boil, allowing steam bubbles to rise through the brine at the bottom of the flash chamber
  112. Excessive lube oil consumption can result from worn or broken ______________.

    • A.piston rings
    • B.valve guides
    • C.valve seals
    • D.all of the above
  113. The heavy-duty lubricating oil with chemical has been widely introduced in recent years.

    • A.additives
    • B.behavior.
    • C.coolant
    • D.desiccant
  114. Which of the following problems will occur if the internal drain at either end of a hydraulic, two-way, spool-type directional control valve cylinder were to become plugged?

    • A.The reservoir would become vapor bound
    • B.The valve would be placed in hydraulic lock
    • C.The spring loaded relief ports would open
    • D.The buffering chambers would be unable to function
  115. Which of the following condition is likely to develop if the thermocouple element of a pyrometer becomes coated with excessive amounts of combustion by-products?

    • A.Indicated exhaust pressure readings will increase
    • B.Pyrometer responses will be retarded
    • C.Indicated cylinder temperature readings will increase
    • D.Indicated firing pressure readings will increase
  116. Failure of the burner flame in an auxiliary boiler would probably be a result of .

    • A.water in the fuel oil
    • B.broken high tension leads
    • C.incorrect electrode setting
    • D.full fuel pressure at the nozzle
  117. The device used for preventing the passage of flames into enclosed spaces is called a _____.

    • A.flame relief valve
    • B.flame stopper
    • C.safety valve
    • D.flame arrester
  118. When would the available energy of the exhaust gases of a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine be insufficient to drive an exhaust gas turbocharger, resulting in the incorrect amount of air for combustion?

    • A.During operation at low speed
    • B.During operation at rated speed, but low power output
    • C.During acceleration
    • D.All of the above
  119. _____ is used to produce electric power.

    • A.An alternator
    • B.fresh water generator
    • C.A compressor
    • D.A clarifier
  120. When you are asked to assist in accepting delivery of goods, you should .

    • A.make clear of your authority
    • B.make friends with ships crew
    • C.call the first engineer if there is a problem
    • D.call the master if there is a problem
  121. High exhaust temperature and black smoke exhausting from an auxiliary diesel engine can be caused by _____.

    • A.engine overload
    • B.low combustion temperature
    • C.plugged fuel nozzle holes
    • D.excessive compression pressure
  122. The four-stroke engine is used for _____ and sometimes for main propulsion with a gearbox to provide a propeller speed of between 90 to 120 rev/min.

    • A.alternator
    • B.turbo-charger
    • C.remote controller
    • D.windlass
  123. White smoke exhausting from an operating diesel engine may indicate ______.

    • A.a cracked liner
    • B.burning lube oil
    • C.an overloaded engine
    • D.insufficient combustion air
  124. The degree to which the viscosity of an oil will change with a change in temperature is indicated by the _____.

    • A.weight designation
    • B.viscosity index
    • C.pour point
    • D.thermal change value
  125. _____ may be fitted for operating the derrick topping lift (the wire which adjusts the derrick height).

    • A.A capstan
    • B.A hold
    • C.A warp end
    • D.A mooring drum
  126. At the top of the A-frames there is a strong cast iron frame. called _____.

    • A.cylinder liner
    • B.cylinder cover
    • C.the gear box
    • D.the scavenging box
  127. _____ is usually driven by the engine camshaft and supplies pilot air to the cylinder air start valve.

    • A.An air receiver
    • B.An operating valve
    • C.An automatic valve
    • D.An air distributor
  128. The ignition of the fuel in diesel engine is caused by the _____ of compression of the air previously admitted into the cylinders.

    • A.vacuum pressure
    • B.specific gravity
    • C.heat
    • D.viscosity
  129. A faulty thermostatic bypass valve, in a diesel engine cooling system, can result in ______.

    • A.excessive time required for warming-up
    • B.excessive freshwater corrosion
    • C.scale formation on the saltwater side
    • D.saltwater mixing with the freshwater
  130. The function of damper windings in a synchronous motor is to _____.

    • A.eliminate slippage
    • B.provide excitation
    • C.provide starting torque
    • D.increase efficiency
  131. Every liquid has a pressure at which it will vaporize and this pressure varies with temperatureThe word “which” means _____.

    • A.a liquid
    • B.a pressure
    • C.a temperature
    • D.none of the above
  132. The bedplate must be flexible enough to hog and sag with the foundation plate _____ it is attached and which forms part of the ship’s structure.

    • A.in which
    • B.on which
    • C.to which
    • D.by which
  133. Which one of the following information can not be found in engine room induction according to the passage?

    • A.special precautions to deal with heat
    • B.engine room safety procedures such as earmuffs, safety glasses, work clothes
    • C.emergency escapes
    • D.the location of safety equipment around the ship
  134. While the parallel operation, ____ must be used.

    • A.ammeter
    • B.voltmeter
    • C.synchroscope
    • D.A+B+C
  135. The humidity of the atmosphere can be determined by the use of the .

    • A.anemometer
    • B.potentiometer
    • C.manometer
    • D.psychrometer
  136. The engine is started with _____ supplied from air receivers.

    • A.pressure oil
    • B.pressure water
    • C.compressed air
    • D.cooling water
  137. The part of a fuse that melts and opens the circuit is made of _____.

    • A.copper and antimony
    • B.steel and babbitt
    • C.aluminum or beryllium alloy
    • D.zinc or an alloy of tin and lead
  138. _____ 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
  139. A gate valve installed in a pipeline should be _____.

    • A.used in either the fully dosed or fully opened position
    • B.installed with the stem down
    • C.used for steam service only
    • D.used to throttle or regulate the flow of liquid
  140. When a ship is entering to shallow water, ship resistance will be increased and the speed of main engine reducedDue to the function of the governor, the main engine will .

    • A.reduce fuel feeding
    • B.increase fuel feeding
    • C.keep original fuel feeding
    • D.be overspeed
  141. Under MARPOL Code the ship to which it applies has to carry ____.

    • A.an International Ship Security Certificate
    • B.an International Oil Pollution Certificate
    • C.a Safety Management Certificate
    • D.an International Ballast Water Management Certificate
  142. Certain requirements must currently be met by a ship’s steering systemThere must be ______ independent means of steering, although where two identical power units are provided, an auxiliary unit is not required.

    • A.one
    • B.two
    • C.three
    • D.four
  143. ____ belongs to emergency power supplying equipments.

    • A.Navigation lamp
    • B.Windlass
    • C.Main sea water pump
    • D.Compressor
  144. Low compression pressure in a diesel engine can be caused by_____________.

    • A.improperly seating intake valves
    • B.leaking cylinder liner seal rings
    • C.late fuel injection timing
    • D.carbon deposits on the piston
  145. A manometer is used to measure _____.

    • A.pressure
    • B.temperature
    • C.volume
    • D.specific gravity
  146. The ISPS Code is a part of ____.

    • A.SOLAS
    • B.MARPOL
    • C.STCW
    • D.Ballast Water convention
  147. A main bearing consists of two shells which are secured by means of studs and _____.

    • A.tie rods
    • B.through bolts
    • C.lead wires
    • D.bearing caps
  148. _____ is sometimes used for piston cooling since leaks into the crankcase would not cause problems.

    • A.Diesel oil
    • B.Hydraulic oil
    • C.Lube oil
    • D.Mineral oil
  149. The _____ is not properly set thus causing either advanced or retarded firing.

    • A.piston
    • B.fuel injection pump
    • C.crankshaft
    • D.oil can
  150. Charging is the filling of the engine cylinder with a supply or charge of fresh air _____ compression.

    • A.to need
    • B.ready for
    • C.want to
    • D.going to be
  151. Which of the following statements concerning energy is correct?

    • A.Energy can be created or destroyed
    • B.Energy may not be transformed
    • C.The total quantity of energy in the universe is always the same
    • D.None of the above
  152. Water in the fuel can prevent the engine from starting, prevent it from developing full power, or _________.

    • A.run at an irregular speed
    • B.create high lube oil temperature
    • C.cause the engine to over-speed
    • D.cause blue smoke in the exhaust
  153. Before starting a diesel engine that has an engine driven lube oil pump, the engineer should _____.

    • A.open the bypass line
    • B.cut in the lube oil cooler
    • C.pressurize the lube oil system
    • D.top off the expansion tank
  154. AC and DC generators are similar in that they _____.

    • A.both generate alternating voltages
    • B.both rectify the voltage before delivery
    • C.are constructed at the same physical size for the same kilowatt rating
    • D.both supply three-phase power
  155. Crankcase explosions in propulsion diesel result from_____.

    • A.the splashing of lubrication oil by the crankshaft
    • B.the dilution of crankcase oil with particles of combustion
    • C.broken fuel lines spraying oil on the crankcase
    • D.the ignition of unburned fuel and air in the crankcase
  156. Which of the following electric motors would be the safest and most reliable to use on the main deck of a vessel in foul weather conditions?

    • A.Sealed motors
    • B.Drip proof motors
    • C.Enclosed motors
    • D.Watertight motors
  157. When installed for bilge pumping or ballast duty, centrifugal pumps require a ____ to remove air from the suction pipe.

    • A.air chamber
    • B.head lank
    • C.primer
    • D.prime mover
  158. Aburned exhaust valve may be detected by a higher than normal ______.

    • A.firing pressure
    • B.exhaust temperature from a particular cylinder
    • C.cooling water temperature
    • D.compression pressure
  159. When it is necessary to open a refrigeration system for repairs and the system will be open for more than a few minutes, the open ends of the system should be _____.

    • A.dehydrated
    • B.purged
    • C.plugged
    • D.evacuated
  160. Which of the following pumps are self-priming, and can deal with liquid from a level below the pump? (1) reciprocating; (2) rotary; (3) centrifugal.

    • A.(1) only
    • B.(1) and (2)
    • C.(1), (2) and (3)
    • D.(2) and (3)