轮机部三管轮考试模拟题7(轮机英语)
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Safe welding practice requires .
- A.checking the area for items that may catch fire
- B.that a fire watch be posted
- C.checking for the explosive gases
- D.all of the above
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The lowest temperature at which the vapor formed from a liquid ignites and continues to burn steadily in the presence of an ignition source is called the _____.
- A.flash point
- B.fire point
- C.upper explosive limit
- D.lower explosive limit
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The fuel injection system is very important, so any trouble of it will _____ the operation of the main engine.
- A.be affected
- B.affect
- C.be effected
- D.effect
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_____ is/are the legal survey institution(s) that stated by PRC.
- A.Ship Survey Bureau
- B.CCS
- C.Maritime Safety Administration
- D.all of the above
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The tailshaft sealing arrangement found a little lube oil leaky and caused a lot of seawater into the bearing, the step should be taken as a makeshift is____.
- A.dropping lube oil for lubrication, reducing the pollution to the sea
- B.setting a temporary gravity oil tank and enhanced the position properly
- C.lubricating with the used lube oil
- D.lubricating with the fresh water and navigation in a lower speed
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A vessel is required to carry an Oil Record Book Part I to log entries in the book regarding the _____.
- A.discharge of ballast or cleaning water from fuel tanks
- B.sounding levels of all fuel tanks on a daily basis
- C.grade and specific gravity of all fuel oil carded
- D.fuel consumption rates on a weekly basis
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The main purpose of port State control is not to___________.
- A.prevent an unsafe ship proceeding to sea
- B.prevent a ship threatening the marine environment
- C.fine the ships
- D.confirm a safe sailing
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____ shall set security levels and provide guidance for protection from security incidents.
- A.The Contracting Governments
- B.The Port Authorities
- C.The Master
- D.The Company Security
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If a DC motor runs hot, the cause may be _____.
- A.high mica condition
- B.low ambient temperature
- C.clogged ventilation ducts
- D.an open in the shunt field
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It is well known that the whole power distribution of the ship’s electrical services mainly depend on the______.
- A.sub-boards
- B.main switchboards
- C.emergency switchboards
- D.distribution boards
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During PSC inspection related to the ISM Code, of the Safety Management System (SMS) should be carried out if clear grounds are established.
- A.a less favorable inspection
- B.a more favorable inspection
- C.a less detailed inspection
- D.a more detailed inspection
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Before charging a refrigeration unit, the refrigerant charging lines should be .
- A.flushed with clean refrigerant oil
- B.purged with the refrigerant
- C.washed with an ammonia and alcohol solution
- D.grounded to compressor
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Exhaust valve openings in a diesel engine cylinder head are made as large as practical to __________________.
- A.increase back pressure during the exhaust process
- B.facilitate periodic replacement of the valves
- C.reduce the pumping loss associated with scavenging
- D.reduce tension on valve springs
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Which of the following forms of energy is demonstrated through the process of combustion?
- A.Chemical energy
- B.Mechanical energy
- C.Thermal energy
- D.Electrical energy
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A sudden power loss from a turbocharged and after-cooled diesel engine is an indication of a/an_.
- A.turbocharger malfunction or failure
- B.crankcase exhauster overload
- C.overload on the intercooler
- D.obstruction in the engine cylinders
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To minimize the formation of carbon deposits on fuel injection nozzles, you should ______.
- A.avoid using liquid-cooled nozzles whenever possible
- B.avoid low cooling water temperatures
- C.avoid prolonged overloading of the engine
- D.make certain the gasket seal between the nozzle and cylinder head is tight
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Fires in escaping flammable gas are quickly brought under control by .
- A.stopping the flow of gas
- B.reducing the chemical chain reaction
- C.increasing the oxygen supply
- D.cooling below the autoignition point
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Fuel oil transfer systems used onboard diesel propelled vessels are required to have _____.
- A.two fuel oil transfer pumps provided where one is to be independent of the main engine
- B.two fuel oil transfer pumps, with a combined capacity exceeding the maximum consumption of the main engine
- C.engine driven transfer pumps and only used in constant speed applications
- D.the capacity of the engine driven pump exceed the consumption rate of the engine to which it is attached
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If it becomes necessary to cutout an individual cylinder of a large, low-speed, main propulsion diesel engine, the fuel to that cylinder should be secured and its _________.
- A.fuel pump should be removed and all connections blanked off
- B.cylinder oil feed rate should be increased slightly above that used at normal sea speed
- C.cylinder oil feed rate should be reduced
- D.cylinder oil feed rate should be increased to the maximum flow capable of the metering pump
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Refrigeration system compressor crankcase sweating is an indication of _____.
- A.insufficient lube oil circulating through the system
- B.excessive circulation of lube oil through the system
- C.insufficient refrigerant in the system
- D.an overworked compressor
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The only means of removing the latent heat of condensation from a refrigerant in the normal refrigeration cycle is by _____.
- A.passing it through the expansion valve
- B.condensing refrigerant in the system condenser
- C.passing the gaseous refrigerant through the heat interchanger on the suction side of the compressor
- D.maintaining a high pressure on the systems receiver
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An advantage of aluminum pistons, when compared to cast iron pistons is _____.
- A.greater high temperature strength
- B.better heat conductivity
- C.greater weight per cubic inch
- D.increased resistance to wear
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The main moving parts of a diesel engine consist of the _____ and the pistons.
- A.bedplate, connecting rods
- B.crankshaft, the connecting rods
- C.frames, crossheads
- D.crankshaft, the cylinder
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A centrifuge arranged to separate two liquids is known as _____.
- A.an oily water separator
- B.a purifier
- C.a centrifugal compressor
- D.a clarifier
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When the propeller blades are integral with the hub, the propeller is called a _____.
- A.built up propeller
- B.solid propeller
- C.controllable pitch propeller
- D.suction back propeller
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On commonly used ships, if two A.Cgenerators are operated in parallel, the load is distributed evenly by _____.
- A.varying the D.Cexciter voltage
- B.varying the reluctance of the air gap
- C.regulating the speed of prime mover
- D.shorting out part of the armature windings
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If the PSCO from general impressions or observations on board has _____ for believing that the ship, its equipment or its crew do not substantially meet the requirements, the PSCO should proceed to a more detailed inspection.
- A.clean report
- B.serious deficiencies
- C.clear grounds
- D.detention report
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When you are transferring fuel oil to the setting tanks, precautions to be observed should include .
- A.plugging gooseneck tank vents to prevent accident overflow
- B.maintaining a high transfer rate until a slight trickle of oil is observed flowing from the overflow line
- C.sounding the tanks frequently and reducing the transfer rate as the level approaches maximum fill
- D.maintaining a supply of chemical dispersant to cleanup minor oil spills adjacent to the ship
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The basic function of the centrifugal pump impeller is to _____.
- A.directly increase the pressure of the liquid being pumped
- B.directly increase the velocity of the liquid being pumped
- C.convert the potential energy of the liquid to kinetic energy
- D.separate air from the liquid being pumped
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The purpose of the delivery check valve used in a diesel fuel injection jerk pump is to _____.
- A.assist in a quick cutoff of fuel injection
- B.allow oil backflow from the injector to the helix
- C.reduce fuel oil pressure between injection strokes
- D.meter the quantity of fuel delivered
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A reservoir, as used in hydraulic systems aboard ship, is used to store hydraulic oilAnother function is to
- A.act as a shock absorber
- B.maintain the stored oil under pressure
- C.act as a base or foundation for the power unit
- D.eliminate pressure surges in the system
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Which of the valves listed is NOT considered to be a hydraulic system directional control valve?
- A.Spring-centered valve
- B.Unloading valve
- C.Three-position valve
- D.Two-position valve
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Which of the following conditions can cause excessive lube oil consumption in a diesel engine?
- A.Low lube oil temperature
- B.Dirty lube oil strainer
- C.Low lube oil pressure
- D.High lube oil temperature
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In readying an auxiliary water-tube boiler for a routine hydrostatic test, which of the following procedures should be undertaken prior to filling the boiler with fresh water?
- A.The safety valve escape piping should be disconnected from the valve body and a blank inserted
- B.The boiler vent valves should be opened
- C.All handhole/manhole covers should be tightened up as much as possible to preclude any leaks
- D.All of the above
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It is usual to identify the fluids in pipes by bands of paint at intervals, and the engineer should familiarize himself with the code in useAccording to the above sentence, which of the following statements is true?
- A.People can know the types of fluids in pipes by feeling with hands
- B.There are series of rings painted in the pipes to show various fluids
- C.Engineers should wear cards standing for ranks
- D.Engineer knows his own code very well
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Which of the following pumps is used where a relatively high pressure and small capacity are required?
- A.Volute pump
- B.Diffuser pump
- C.Regenerative pump
- D.All of the above
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During the dock repair, should be measured firstly before tail shaft drawn out.
- A.the sinking of tail shaft
- B.the clearance of stern bearing
- C.the total flexure of shaft
- D.main engine crankshaft deflection
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A feedback is an input .
- A.which governs the state of a variable
- B.which provides a visual and audible alarm
- C.which indicates values of controlled variables
- D.which measures the state of the controlled variable
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In order to communicate the threat at a port facility or for a ship, the Contracting Government will set the appropriate security levelsSecurity level 1 corresponds to .
- A.normal situations
- B.medium situations
- C.high threat situations
- D.special situations
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____ , the repair in so short a time is unknown to us.
- A.How they finished
- B.How did they finished
- C.That how they finished
- D.That how did they finished
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Bottom blow valves are installed on auxiliary water-tube boilers to _____.
- A.remove suspended and precipitated solids from the boiler water
- B.completely drain the boiler in an emergency situation
- C.prevent hardened scale deposits in the water drum
- D.remove floating impurities from the oily water surface
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Electrical power is expressed in _____.
- A.ohms
- B.volts
- C.amps
- D.watts
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The rate of pressure rise during the period following fuel ignition in a diesel will result in ___________.
- A.valve overlap
- B.volumetric efficiency
- C.turbulence of the air change
- D.fuel efficiency
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The purpose of treating the cooling water of the diesel engine is to Ⅰ.resist the scale formation in the cooling chamber Ⅱ.lubricate the engine part Ⅲ.increase thermal capacity Ⅳ.resist corrosion
- A.Ⅰ+Ⅱ
- B.Ⅱ+Ⅲ
- C.Ⅲ+Ⅳ
- D.Ⅰ+Ⅳ
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Which features of a centrifugal pump reduce the need for renewing worn impellers and pump casings?
- A.Close radial clearance between impeller hub and casing
- B.Low rotational speed of impeller
- C.Removable end plate
- D.Replaceable impeller and casing wearing rings
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The essence of an abandon ship drill is that the survival crafts are manned and operated by the crew members assigned to them on the____.
- A.tire control plan
- B.fire drill
- C.muster list
- D.All of the above
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While sailing under normal weather and sea condition, the basic parameter which is used to restrict the fuel injection of main engine is .
- A.power of main engine
- B.turbine rotation speed
- C.speed of main engine
- D.exhaust temperature
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_____is not the main function of CCS.
- A.ship products survey
- B.notarization survey
- C.ship safety inspection
- D.counseling service and publishing ship name list
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The rate of fuel injection in a diesel engine cylinder depends primarily on _____.
- A.the size of the holes in the fuel nozzle
- B.timing of the pump
- C.supply pressure to the pump
- D.shape of the combustion chamber
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The plunger in a jerk pump is rotated until the release port is uncoveredIf the port remains uncovered all of the time, which of the listed operations will occur?
- A.No fuel will be delivered
- B.The maximum effective stroke will be attained
- C.The fuel delivered to the cylinder will be excessive
- D.The injection nozzle will overheat and carbonize
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Fuel injection uses the jet pump system and a Woodward type hydraulic _____ is used to control engine speed.
- A.controller
- B.governor
- C.instrument
- D.apparatus
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Any increase in the exhaust back pressure of a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine will _____.
- A.reduce engine horsepower output
- B.aid in silencing the exhaust noise
- C.increase the mean effective pressure
- D.contribute to effective cylinder scavenging
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The main propulsion diesel continues running after you try to shut downYou should now attempt to_.
- A.stop the combustion air supply
- B.engage the jacking gear
- C.secure the lube oil pump
- D.shut off the fuel at the day tank
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Which of the following statements is true concerning centrifugal pumps?
- A.They are particularly suited for pumping high viscosity fluids
- B.They are started with the discharge valve opened
- C.The flow of liquid is developed by imparting energy due to the rotation of an impeller
- D.They are always mounted in a horizontal position
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Compressed air is used on board ship for all the following purposes except _____.
- A.starting diesel engines
- B.pneumatic control systems
- C.pneumatic tools
- D.supercharging air
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If the engine does not start on air, it may be due to _____.
- A.low compression of the fuel pumps
- B.incorrect timing of fuel pumps
- C.the starting air valves stuck
- D.air-locks in fuel oil pipeline
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Which of the devices listed is common to all types of pumps?
- A.A power end and fluid end
- B.A propeller and educator
- C.A volute and impeller
- D.A turbine and piston
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Vents are led from the engine to head tank _____ from the cooling water.
- A.for the release of air
- B.for the release of water
- C.in order to the release of air
- D.because the release of air
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Be sure to make the engine turn by _____ before starting and after stopping.
- A.steering gear
- B.turning gear
- C.steering wheel
- D.turning cycle
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A warmer than normal compressor suction line might be caused by _____.
- A.insufficient lubrication
- B.insufficient refrigerant
- C.excess refrigerant
- D.excessive opening of the expansion valve
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“The engine not obtaining the sufficient speed for firing” means that _____.
- A.the start fails
- B.the fuel pumps will be put into operation
- C.the fuel valves are damaged
- D.the combustion process will take over
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If a refrigeration compressor were short cycling on the low pressure cutout switch, the probable cause for this might be the ______.
- A.system was overcharged with refrigerant
- B.high pressure switch was improperly adjusted
- C.expansion valve strainers were fouled
- D.suction valves were leaking slightly
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A shallow dish positioned at the normal water level is connected to the____This enables the blowing down or removal of scum and impurities from the water surface.
- A.main stern stop valve
- B.auxiliary steam stop valve
- C.scum valve
- D.blow down valve
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The discharge flow of a reciprocating pump is _____.
- A.steady
- B.in pulsation
- C.continuous
- D.large
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On modern ships, centrifugal pump with a self-primer has replaced reciprocating pump as bilge pump because .
- A.centrifugal pump is cheaper than reciprocating pump
- B.the size of centrifugal pump with same capacity is smaller than that of reciprocating pump
- C.centrifugal pump makes maintenance easier than reciprocating pump does
- D.all of the above
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If ignited, which of the listed materials would be a class "B" fire?
- A.Magnesium
- B.Paper
- C.Wood
- D.Diesel Oil
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When viewed from astern, if the propeller revolves in a clockwise direction when going ahead, it is known as _____.
- A.ahead direction
- B.astern direction
- C.right-handed
- D.left-handed
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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 emergency generator
- B.insulation of piping including exhaust pipes in engine room contaminated by oil
- C.improper operation of bilge of bilge of bilge pumping arrangements
- D.damaged sanitary pump
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If a tow-stroke/diesel engine is over-speeding due to leakage of lube oil into the cylinders, what should you do to stop the engine?
- A.Move the fuel control mechanism to the no fuel position
- B.Block the fuel supply by closing the master fuel valve
- C.Shut off the fuel supply and block the flow of intake air
- D.Relieve all pressure in the fuel system
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The sensing line for the low pressure cutout switch to a refrigeration system is located _____.
- A.in the chill box
- B.before the receiver
- C.on the suction side of the compressor
- D.on the discharge side of the compressor
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The main function of piston compression rings is to _______.
- A.prevent excessive cylinder liner wear
- B.reduce friction losses in the engine
- C.seal the space between the piston and the liner
- D.limit upward flow of lube oil into the combustion space
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The best method of extinguishing a class A fire is to _____.
- A.remove oxygen from the area
- B.smother fire with foam
- C.smother fire with CO2
- D.cool fuel below ignition temperature
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The exhaust system of a diesel engine is usually designed to remove exhaust gases and to ________.
- A.provide exhaust back pressure
- B.prevent exhaust smoke emissions
- C.power a reciprocating supercharger
- D.muffle exhaust gas noise
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The Oil Record Book, as a part of the ships official logbook, shall be kept on board and preserved for a period of _____.
- A.3 years after making the first entry
- B.2 years after the last entry
- C.3 months after last entry
- D.3 years after the last entry
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According to the international regulations concerning the prevention of pollution of sea areas from ships, the disposal into the sea of all plastics is _____.
- A.welcome
- B.admitted in some special sea areas
- C.prohibited
- D.acceptable
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The purpose of an oil mist detector in a main propulsion diesel engine is to warn of __________.
- A.excessive mist density in the crankcases
- B.excessively high crankcase vacuum
- C.excessively high bearing temperature
- D.excessive carbon buildup in the lube oil
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Which of the following statements is correct concerning the “flash point” of a liquid?
- A.It is lower than the ignition temperature
- B.It is the temperature at which a substance will spontaneously ignite
- C.It is the temperature at which a substance, when ignited, will continue to bum
- D.It is the temperature at which the released vapors will fall within the explosive range
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When the starting air valve closes on one cylinder, another starting air valve has _____ opened on another cylinder whose piston has just commenced its downward stroke.
- A.just
- B.nearly
- C.merely
- D.already
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A(n) _____ is a device which adds to the energy of a liquid or gas causing an increase in its pressure and a movement of the fluid.
- A.pump
- B.engine
- C.turbine
- D.boiler
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Which of the listed classes of fire is considered as one involving electrical equipment?
- A.Class "A
- B.Class "B"
- C.Class "C"
- D.Class "D"
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Which of the listed diesel engine operating conditions should be checked immediately after any diesel engine is started?
- A.Exhaust temperature
- B.Lube oil level
- C.Lube oil pressure
- D.Water level in the expansion tank
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The A-frames carry the crosshead guides and support the engine ______.
- A.foundation
- B.seating
- C.entablature
- D.bedplate
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Compressed air is used on board ship _____.
- A.for starting diesel engines
- B.in pneumatic control system
- C.in pneumatic tools
- D.All the above are true
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A check valve is another name for _____.
- A.a test valve
- B.an inspection valve
- C.a stop valve
- D.a non-return valve
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Diesel engine cylinder head test cocks are used to_____.
- A.check cylinder lubrication prior to starting engine
- B.connect exhaust gas analyzers to determine engine efficiency
- C.pressure test cylinder heads to check for leaks
- D.remove moisture accumulations from cylinder prior to starting
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Which of the following is operated from the main engine room console on an automated vessel?
- A.Fire pump and lube oil pump
- B.Lube oil pump and distilling plant
- C.Distilling plant and shaft alley door
- D.Shaft alley door and fixed CO2 release
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In the suction stroke air is induced into the cylinder _____In the compression stroke the air is compressed.
- A.by an fuel valve
- B.through an inlet valve
- C.with an exhaust valve
- D.from an outlet valve
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As the designated rudder angle is being achieved, as a result of the original command input, the steering gear follow-up mechanism is .
- A.in motion, providing a null input
- B.not in motion, thus providing a null input
- C.in motion, providing an input to place the main pump on maximum stroke
- D.in motion, providing an input to place the main pump at null stroke
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If there is water in fuel oil, the revolution of the engine will _____.
- A.decrease
- B.increase
- C.be dismantled
- D.be reassembled
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When we arrived here yesterday, their ship ______ for three days.
- A.has left
- B.had left
- C.has been away
- D.had been away
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Fuel injected into a diesel engines cylinder is ignited by _____.
- A.the heat compressed fuel/air mixture in the cylinder
- B.the fuel igniter
- C.the fuel injector
- D.the fuel pump
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Piston compression rings used in a diesel engine function to _________.
- A.transfer heat from the cylinder to the piston
- B.scrape oil from the sides of the piston
- C.seal the combustion space from the crankcases
- D.prevent any piston contact with the cylinder liner
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When the refrigeration demand is small,_______.
- A.the expansion valve will move toward the wide open position
- B.the expansion valve will move toward the closing position
- C.the feeler bulb will conveys the high temperature
- D.the superheat degree will raise
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A mixed-flow pump is a _____ pump classified by the working principle.
- A.self priming
- B.positive displacement
- C.reciprocating
- D.impeller
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Some vessels are equipped with a water lubricated stern robeWhen at sea, operating under normal conditions, the water service valve from the ships saltwater system to the bearing should be _____.
- A.closed, and no leakage permitted across the shaft packing
- B.closed, and only slight leakage permitted across the shaft packing
- C.open, and no leakage permitted across the shaft packing
- D.open, and only slight leakage permitted across the shaft packing
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Blow-off of the relief valves of the main cylinders during operation indicates _____.
- A.the cylinder cover is cracked
- B.the injector holes is clogged
- C.the cams are not properly set
- D.fuel pump is leaking
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The scavenging box is built of a number of sections provided with vertical flanges enabling them _____ together to form. two blocks.
- A.being bolted
- B.bolted
- C.bolting
- D.to be bolted
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A fluid coil will _____ large quantifies of heat when it changes state from a liquid to a vapor.
- A.release
- B.absorb
- C.develop
- D.regenerate
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The main generators are connected to_____.
- A.distribution boards
- B.section boards
- C.emergency switch boards
- D.main switch boards
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Compared to a constant pitch propeller, a controllable pitch propeller _____.
- A.more efficiently uses available engine power
- B.operates at a lower efficiency at a fixed speed
- C.produces the same torque at lower engine power
- D.develops its rated power at a lower speed
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The design of the connecting rod large end bearing is similar to that of the main bearingsWhats the meaning of "that" in the sentence above?
- A.the connecting rod
- B.large end bearing
- C.the main bearing
- D.the design
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When an auxiliary boiler is panting and emitting black smoke, you should _____.
- A.increase the fuel oil temperature
- B.decrease the fuel oil temperature
- C.decrease the fuel oil supply pressure
- D.increase the air supply
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Modern marine diesel engines equipped with mechanical fuel injection operate on a combustion phase within the cycle which is_________.
- A.entirely constant pressure
- B.entirely constant temperature
- C.a combination of constant volume and constant pressure
- D.a combination of constant temperature and constant pressure
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A cracked diaphragm in a thermostatic expansion valve will cause the valve to _____.
- A.return to a neutral position
- B.flood the evaporator
- C.open
- D.close
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Which of the conditions listed could cause the cylinder relief valves on a large, low-speed, propulsion diesel engine to lift?
- A.Plugged injector nozzles
- B.Excessive fuel injection
- C.Very late injection timing
- D.Incorrect crankshaft clearance
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Overgreasing of ball bearings installed on pumps will result in _____.
- A.smoother pump operation
- B.overheating of the bearing
- C.reduced corrosion in the bearing
- D.increased pump capacity
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The diesel engine is similar to the gasoline engine in that ______.
- A.both of them are ignited by compressed air
- B.both of them are the forms of external combustion engines
- C.both of them have spark plugs
- D.the power is developed by the piston in the cylinder
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Increasing the load on an engine equipped with a constant speed mechanical governor, will cause the engine speed to initially _____.
- A.increase
- B.decrease
- C.fluctuate
- D.remain constant
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The depth of fuel oil in a tank is normally measured through the________.
- A.vent line
- B.overflow line
- C.feed line
- D.sounding tube
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Which of the following statements describes the functions of a reservoir used in a hydraulic system? .
- A.Dissipate heat
- B.Trap foreign matter
- C.Separate air from the oil
- D.All of the above
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If you observe smoke coming from the turbocharger of an auxiliary diesel engine, you should_____.
- A.check the air filter for obstruction
- B.check for an exhaust leak
- C.check the exhaust temperature
- D.secure the engine
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An advantage of DC motors over AC motors is that they _____.
- A.are less expensive
- B.require less maintenance
- C.can be started across the line
- D.offer a more effective means of controlling speed
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Measure _____ by means of lead wire.
- A.the clearance of the main bearing
- B.the play of the miler bearing
- C.the gap of the main bearing
- D.the tolerance of the main bearing
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To protect the rotor of a motor disassembled for maintenance or overhaul, it should be ____.
- A.suspended by wire slings in one comer of the shop
- B.wrapped in several layers of heavy paper or carboard
- C.supported by flat wood blocks on the workbench
- D.returned to the frame. as soon as the bearings are removed
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In _____, hot diesel engine jacket water passes over the stack and heats the sea water passing through the tubes.
- A.a flash generator
- B.a flash evaporator
- C.a vacuum boiling evaporator
- D.a boiler
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The advantage of a centrifugal pump as compared with a reciprocating pump is that _____.
- A.discharge is continuous
- B.it has no internal valves
- C.upon accidental closing of discharge valve, excessive pressure will not build up
- D.all of the above are true
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If the temperature drops low enough, oil will not flow, _____ just tell us the temperature.
- A.Hash point
- B.Viscosity
- C.Pour point
- D.Cetane number
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Air entering an air-cooled refrigeration system is indicated by _____.
- A.frosting of the liquid line
- B.higher than normal head pressure
- C.a clear sight glass
- D.abnormally cold reefer boxes
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A centrifuge will satisfactorily remove which of the following contaminants from fuel oil?
- A.Gasoline
- B.Water
- C.Lubricating oil
- D.sulphur compounds
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The switchboards for a.csystems differ from the d.cswitch gear in that the open type panels are generally_____ and the dead-front switch gear is the common rule.
- A.permissibly
- B.permissible
- C.no permissible
- D.not permissible
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Which of the following actions should normally be taken during each watch when the auxiliary boilers is in operation?
- A.clean the flame scanner photocell window
- B.Inspect and clean all solenoid valves
- C.lift the safety valves by hand
- D.Inspect for oil or water leaks
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With reference to a vessel’s structural integrity, the most significant characteristic of a cryogenic liquid is its _____.
- A.capability of causing brittle fractures
- B.highly corrosive action on mild steel
- C.vapor cloud which reacts violently with saltwater
- D.toxicity at atmospheric pressure
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The operating speed of a turbocharger is directly dependent upon_____.
- A.engine speed
- B.engine load
- C.intake manifold pressure
- D.atmospheric pressure
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If you heard a ‘crackling’ noise in centrifugal pump, the most probable cause of the problem would be ___.
- A.insufficient speed
- B.cavitation
- C.excess discharge pressure
- D.excessive net positive suction head B
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Movement of the diaphragm or bellows is _____ by a linkage to a needle or pointer display to indicate the differential pressure between two sides of the diaphragm or bellows.
- A.measured
- B.recorded
- C.transferred
- D.controlled
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A reciprocating pump belongs to _____ according to its working principle.
- A.injector pumps
- B.positive displacement pumps
- C.centrifugal pump
- D.centripetal pumps
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As a heat engine, _____ energy is the source of power by which the diesel engine can be operated.
- A.electric
- B.heat
- C.mechanical
- D.exhaust
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To determine that a compartment contains sufficient oxygen to sustain life, you should use a/an _____.
- A.explosimeter
- B.oxygen indicator
- C.fresh air indicator
- D.All of the above
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Who is in charge of the main engine?
- A.The chief engineer
- B.The second engineer
- C.The third engineer
- D.The fourth engineer
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The amount of fluid delivered by a helical pump can be regulated by _____.
- A.throttling the pressure line
- B.changing the speed of the rotor
- C.either A or B
- D.None of the above is tree
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During working of an air compressor, _____ should be drained .
- A.inter cooler
- B.cylinder
- C.outlet pipe
- D.inlet pipe
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Why are removable sleeves installed on centrifugal pump shafts?
- A.They make it easier to replace the pump shaft packing
- B.They can be economically replaced as they wear out
- C.They can be removed when it is necessary to lighten the weight of the pump
- D.They increase the strength of the shaft
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Either a low injection pressure or a leakage of piston rings is able to lead _____.
- A.a high exhaust temperature
- B.a high smoky exhaust
- C.a high output
- D.a high compression
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f a kind of liquid is used to cool the diesel engine, it is invariably called _____.
- A.lubricant
- B.coolant
- C.combustion product
- D.second refrigerant
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Air in the fuel lines of a diesel engine can cause __________.
- A.ignition failure
- B.oxygen corrosion of the fuel lines
- C.the pistons to seize
- D.blue smoke
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Current flowing in only one direction is called _____.
- A.alternating current
- B.omnidirectional current
- C.direct current
- D.sinusoidal current
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The tool used in precision work to smooth or enlarge a slightly undersized hole, is called .
- A.round out
- B.round file
- C.reamer
- D.hole driller
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The fine filters will be arranged _____ one can be cleaned while the other is operating.
- A.in order to
- B.because of
- C.so that
- D.so as to
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Which of following functions is not one of the functions of air conditioner?
- A.refreshing the air
- B.making person upset
- C.adjusting the air humidity
- D.adjusting the air temperature
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A condition contributing to diesel engine piston rings sticking in the ring grooves, is insufficient ring clearance at the ring_____Igap IIside
- A.I only
- B.II only
- C.both I and II
- D.neither I nor II
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Because of the resulting higher pressures in the cylinder from the combustion of this greater mass of fuel, and the larger diameters, the liner must be made _____ at the top to accommodate the higher stresses, and prevent cracking of the material.
- A.thinner
- B.thicker
- C.smoother
- D.rougher
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The operating water is supplied under the ______of an oil separator.
- A.sliding bowl bottom
- B.bowl hood
- C.bowl
- D.filter units
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For vessels with _____, the meaning of the order would include the combination of pitch and revolutions as indicated in ships orders.
- A.fixed pitch propellers
- B.uncontrollable pitch propeller
- C.constant pitch propellers
- D.variable pitch propellers
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The tube in a boiler should be blinded if found _____.
- A.scaled
- B.informed
- C.leaky
- D.deformed
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The delivery rate of an axial-piston hydraulic pump is controlled by varying the position of the _____.
- A.sliding block
- B.pintle
- C.reaction ring
- D.tilting box or swash plate
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In an ordinary diesel engine the fuel injection begins _____.
- A.after TDC
- B.before TDC
- C.after BDC
- D.before BDC
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Late fuel injection timing is indicated by _________.
- A.lower than normal cylinder pressure and low exhaust temperature
- B.lower than normal cylinder pressure and high exhaust temperature
- C.higher than normal cylinder pressure and low exhaust temperature
- D.higher than normal cylinder pressure and high exhaust temperature
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The bearings used to support the crankshaft are generally called _____.
- A.line shaft bearings
- B.connecting rod beatings
- C.main bearings
- D.support bearings
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In comparing engines of equal horsepower, higher exhaust gas temperatures occur in a/an_________.
- A.opposed-piston engine
- B.double-acting engine
- C.two-stroke/cycle engine
- D.four-stroke/cycle engine
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Which of the following represents the maximum percent of oxygen by volume required to be achieved by a ship’s inert gas system, prior to the commencement of crude oil tank washing?
- A.6%
- B.8%
- C.10%
- D.12%