海船船员适任证书三管轮模拟试题5(轮机英语)
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The burning of the fuel adds more heat to the air charge, causing it to expand and force the engine piston to do work on the crankshaftWhat does “it” mean in this sentence?
- A.the burning
- B.the fuel
- C.the air charge
- D.the engine piston
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Which of the following can be used in hydraulic transmission system?
- A.Hydraulic oil
- B.Animal oil
- C.Light oil
- D.Fuel oil
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Under normal operating conditions, the rudder is hydraulically locked unless _____.
- A.the manual trick wheel is engaged for steering
- B.the variable stroke pump is off stroke
- C.a rudder order is given by the control system
- D.an electric power system failure occurs at the steering gear
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Which of the following statements is not true concerning symptom of a fire in the scavenge air box?
- A.an increase in the exhaust temperature of the affected cylinder
- B.the turbocharger may surge
- C.the explosion pressure in all cylinders will rise violently
- D.smoke from the turbocharger air inlet filter will be seen
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If a diesel engines exhaust temperature is abnormally high, the cause could be______.
- A.too light of a load
- B.injection timing is too early
- C.overloading of the engine
- D.too low of a compression ratio
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The power factor is a measure of the phase difference between voltage and current and is expressed as the_____ of the phase angle.
- A.sine
- B.cosine
- C.tangent
- D.cotangent
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Diesel engine mufflers accomplish noise reduction by _____.
- A.reducing exhaust gas velocity
- B.increasing the frequency of gas vibration
- C.the use of long head pipes
- D.the use of zinc electrodes
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“Stand by engine” means _____.
- A.prepare to stop the engine
- B.assemble an engine on its bedplate
- C.make an engine ready for starting
- D.make an engine run steadily
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Which of the fire extinguishing agents listed is the safest to use when combating a class C fire?
- A.CO2
- B.Foam
- C.Water fog
- D.Soda acid
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A fire is considered "under control" when _____.
- A.all hands are at their fire stations
- B.all fire-fighting equipment is at the scene
- C.the fixed systems are activated
- D.the fire is contained and no longer spreading
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Today, crankshafts for large 2-stroke crosshead engines are of the ______ type.
- A.semi-built
- B.built-up
- C.solid forged
- D.individual forged
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When sailing in cold zones, the____ should be heated.
- A.the steering gear room
- B.the fire fighting pipe line
- C.the fuel oil tank
- D.the bath room
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Cylinder lubrication oil for low speed main propulsion diesel engines is admitted to each cylinder during _____.
- A.the power stroke
- B.the compression stroke
- C.low load operation only
- D.periods of standby
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We have stayed at Shanghai port for a long timeThe fouling on the ship’s hull greatly increases her _____.
- A.power
- B.speed
- C.resistance
- D.thrust force
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Usually, emergency electricity supplies to on board.
- A.Cargo winch
- B.Windlass
- C.Steering gear
- D.Main air compressor
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Which of the following will be the advantage of a centrifugal pump as compared with a reciprocating pump? (1) Its discharge is continuous; (2) It has no internal valves; (3) Upon accidental closing of discharge valve, excessive pressure will not build up.
- A.(1), (2)
- B.(2), (3)
- C.(1), (2), (3)
- D.(2) only
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Machinery driving fuel oil transfer and fuel oil service pumps must be fitted with a remote means of stopping the machinery from _____.
- A.within the space concerned
- B.outside the space concerned
- C.the throttle station
- D.within the fire room
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Sub-cooling is a method of reducing the temperature of the liquid refrigerant below its _____.
- A.freezing point
- B.floc point
- C.condensing temperature
- D.compression temperature
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Which of the listed devices could be used as a ring groove tool during preparation for the installation of new rings?
- A.Steel brush
- B.Fine emery cloth or steel wool
- C.A section of the removed compression ring
- D.A case hardened scraper
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An oceangoing ship of 400 gross tons and above must be fitted with a standard discharge shore connectionWhat is the size of the bolt circle diameter of the shore connection required to transfer oily ballast to a shore side reception facility?
- A.125 mm
- B.183 mm
- C.215 mm
- D.It depends on outside pipe diameter
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Which of the following factors tends to increase scale formation on the saltwater side of a heat exchanger used in a diesel engine cooling water system?
- A.Baffle plates that have been bent during prior removal
- B.Leaks in the cooler tube nest
- C.Operating the engine while maintaining a high sea water outlet temperature
- D.A punctured sea water strainer supplying cooling water to the heat exchanger
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In a refrigeration system, the refrigerant absorbs the latent heat of vaporization in the ____.
- A.compressor
- B.condenser
- C.receiver
- D.evaporator
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With _____ unit the timing of fuel injection of an engine can be regulated automatically.
- A.F.W.E
- B.MEP
- C.W.H.R
- D.VIT
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Which of the following methods might favor oil emulsion in bilge water?
- A.Raising temperature
- B.less use of surfactant
- C.more use of solvent
- D.polishing device fouling prevention
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The crank throws are displaced from _____ to obtained the same number of degrees between the different crank throws.
- A.one another
- B.the other
- C.each other
- D.each others
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If an operating auxiliary boiler has a water pH reading of 7, you should _____.
- A.bottom blow the boiler
- B.treat the water with caustic soda
- C.treat the water with chemical scavengers
- D.reduce the water alkalinity to recommended readings
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The cylinder liners are made of _____ and the cylinder surfaces are sometimes chromium-plated.
- A.steel
- B.copper
- C.cast iron
- D.stainless steel
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Power is defined as the _____.
- A.rate of doing work
- B.amount of force needed to overcome friction
- C.amount of work accomplished
- D.distance through which an object is moved
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The diameter of the gravity disc is too bigIt causes oil to flow through the water outletWe changed the disc and no _____ is found in the water outlet.
- A.water
- B.oil
- C.scale
- D.ridge
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In which of the scavenging methods listed will the exhaust valve be located in the cylinder head?
- A.Return-flow
- B.Uniflow
- C.Cross-flow
- D.Direct flow
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Corrosion inhibitors and/or soluble oils are added to diesel engine cooling systems to __________.
- A.maintain low pH in the cooling water
- B.reduce the cooling water temperature
- C.increase cooling water hardness
- D.form. a protective film on metal surfaces
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Hearing a strong noise, _____ at once.
- A.the engine stopped
- B.the engine was stopped
- C.he stopped the engine
- D.he had stopped the engine
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Time delayed or delayed action-type fuses are designed to _____.
- A.prevent grounds in branch circuits
- B.prevent opens in motor circuits
- C.permit momentary overloads without melting
- D.guard lighting and electronic circuits
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Which of the files listed is tapered on three sides and is used to file acute internal angles?
- A.Mill
- B.Round
- C.Square
- D.Triangular
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In a flash type evaporator, all saltwater headers are vented through individual vent cocks to the_____.
- A.saltwater heater shell
- B.second-stage condenser
- C.atmosphere
- D.second-stage flash chamber
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With reference to an axial piston pump, which one of the following statements is true?
- A.The cylindrical barrel is coupled to the motor
- B.The cylindrical barrel has an odd number of bores
- C.The bores end in sockets
- D.The sockets fit in the swash plate
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In order to culture and propagate enough bacteria to treat the body and galley wastes____
- A.a new bacteria colony should be put into the plant in advance
- B.the disinfection chemicals should be always used
- C.the air blower should be started and keep running in advance
- D.the nutrient for bacteria should put into plant in advance
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When administering artificial respiration, it is of the utmost important to .
- A.use the mouth-to-mouth method
- B.clear airways
- C.use rhythmic pressure method
- D.know all approved methods
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The lube oil pump used in a diesel engine is a _____.
- A.volute pump
- B.centrifugal pump
- C.diaphragm pump
- D.gear pump
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Which one of the following repair will cost the least cost? .
- A.Routine docking repair
- B.Voyage repair
- C.Damage repair
- D.Conversion
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The loss of _____ from an air compressor could lead to an overheated air discharge and possibly an explosion in the pipelines leading to the air reservoir.
- A.lubricating oil
- B.compressed air
- C.cooling water
- D.sealing ring
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One advantage of dry cylinder liners used in a diesel engine is the_________.
- A.lower thermal expansion rates than wet liners
- B.greater heat transfer rate than wet liners
- C.greater wear resistance than wet liners
- D.procedure to replace dry liners is simpler than for wet liners
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A liquid sight flow indicator in a refrigeration system is examined and gas bubbles are noted in motion with the fluid flowThis means _____.
- A.the system is fully charged
- B.there is air leaking in from the condenser
- C.ice crystals are forming in the refrigerant
- D.the system contains less than a full charge of refrigerant
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The primary reason low pressure evaporators produce distillate more efficiently, and with less scale formation, than high pressure evaporators is _____.
- A.evaporation is accomplished in a vacuum
- B.due to the higher temperature of the incoming feed
- C.due to the latent heat of evaporation principle
- D.evaporation in a submerged medium produces more distillate
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A piston is at bottom dead center when it is_________.
- A.opening the exhaust ports
- B.closing the fuel ports
- C.farthest from the cylinder head
- D.nearest to the cylinder head
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Fire and lifeboat stations are required to be listed on the _____.
- A.ships articles
- B.muster list
- C.bunk card
- D.forecastle card
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Misalignment of the drive shaft and propeller shaft flanges can be detected by using a dial indicator or _____.
- A.inside micrometer
- B.feeler gauge
- C.adjustable trammel
- D.sighting device
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Low compression of diesel engine may result from _____.
- A.a worn cylinder
- B.broken piston rings
- C.any of A and B
- D.none of the above
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The purpose of a main switchboard circuit breakers reverse-power trip is to _____.
- A.prevent main circuit overload
- B.protect the circuit breaker blowout coil
- C.prevent alternator motorization
- D.prevent low voltage tripout
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If , the PSCO should proceed to a more detailed inspection.
- A.the PSCO’s general impression confirm a good standard of maintenance
- B.the certificates are valid
- C.the PSCO believes the ship doesn’t meet the requirements
- D.the PSCO can’t find deficiencies at first glance
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If a diesel engine starts firing, but is unable to come up normal speed, either without load or even under a small load, the cause may be ___________.
- A.insufficient fuel supply
- B.faulty governor
- C.high exhaust back pressure
- D.all of the above may cause this problem
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If an air compressor is used to supply compressed air to outlets throughout the engine room and on deck of a vessel, the system is known as the _____.
- A.combustion control air system
- B.supply air system
- C.ships service air system
- D.low pressure deck air system
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If due to thick and hard deposits of carbon, the piston rings cannot move freely in their grooves, dark areas will often appear on the upper part of the cylinder wall (may not be the risible at port inspection)What condition of the piston rings can result in this phenomenon?
- A.micro-seizure
- B.sticking
- C.scratched
- D.breakage / collapse
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The interior of some diesel engine saltwater heat exchangers are protected from corrosion by the use of_______.
- A.aluminum plates
- B.lead cathodes
- C.copper baffle plates
- D.sacrificial zincs
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Black smoke coming from a boiler can be caused by _____.
- A.low water level
- B.high water level
- C.excessively high fuel pressure
- D.low oil temperature
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In a diesel engine, blow-by is generally the result of worn_______.
- A.valve guides
- B.oil control rings
- C.valve seats
- D.compression rings
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The size of the exhaust valve opening is __________________.
- A.most critical in a four-stroke cycle diesel engine
- B.most critical in a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine
- C.most critical in a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine if it is turbocharged
- D.of equal importance in a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine as in a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine
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An excessive amount of water is prevented from entering a vessel using a water lubricated stern tube bearing by the use of the _____.
- A.propeller hub
- B.lignum vitae
- C.shaft packing
- D.labyrinth seal
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_____ the bodies are, _____ the friction will be.
- A.The smoother/the greater
- B.Smoother/less
- C.The rougher/ the greater
- D.rougher/greater
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Main steam and exhaust pipes for winches and similar gear shall not pass through crew accommodation nor, whenever technically possible, through alleyways leading to crew accommodation; where they do pass through such alleyways, they shall be adequately .
- A.ventilated and tagged
- B.ventilated and cooled down
- C.insulated and encased
- D.insulated and warmed up
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The process that occurs when heat is generated by a chemical reaction within a substance and continues to a point of ignition is known as _____.
- A.chemical ignition
- B.spontaneous combustion
- C.chemical combustion
- D.radiation ignition
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A two-stroke/cycle diesel engine requires less starting air than a four-stroke/cycle diesel engine, of equal displacement, because the two-stroke/cycle diesel engine________.
- A.has little or no internal friction
- B.has a lower effective compression ratio
- C.operates with scavenge air under a positive pressure
- D.operates without energy absorbing intake and exhaust strokes
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Which of the listed fire extinguishers cannot be easily recharged aboard ship?
- A.Soda acid
- B.Carbon dioxide
- C.Dry chemical
- D.Cartridge-operated Foam
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A large, low-speed, crosshead, main propulsion diesel engine using residual fuel oils must have a cylinder oil having a ________.
- A.low TBN value
- B.high alkaline reserve
- C.low flash point
- D.high pour point
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The principle of separation by which all commercially available oily water separators function is _____ differential between oil and water.
- A.the temperature
- B.the viscosity
- C.the gravity
- D.the size
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The abbreviation TDC means _____.
- A.top dead center
- B.temperature difference center
- C.time delay dock
- D.top diesel company
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The reason why more and more of the large merchant vessels are being powered by medium-speed diesel engines is ______.
- A.they operate between 150 and 450 rpm
- B.they are connected to the propeller by gearing
- C.their smaller size and weight
- D.they can be connected directly to the propeller without gearing
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Adequate attention must be given to the water cooling system of the air compressors, for _____ can cause condensation on the cylinder walls.
- A.overcooling
- B.poor cooling
- C.overloading
- D.unloading
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The four basic components of a fire are chain reaction, heat, fuel, and _____.
- A.carbon monoxide
- B.oxygen
- C.carbon dioxide
- D.any gaseous substance
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The joint face between the cylinder cover and the liner is arranged ______ the combustion process as possible.
- A.such far away from
- B.such near by
- C.as far away from
- D.as near by
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On a cargo vessel, fire and boat drills must be held within 24 hours of leaving port if the percentage of the crew replaced is more than _____.
- A.5%
- B.10%
- C.25%
- D.40%
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_____ fuel oils _____ lubricating oils require treatment before passing to the engine.
- A.Both/and
- B.Neither/nor
- C.Either/or
- D.Both/or
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The purpose of the skirt or trunk in four-stroke cycle engines is to act in a similar manner to a _____.
- A.crosshead
- B.crown
- C.piston rod
- D.connecting rod
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An after-cooler installed between the turbocharger and the cylinder air inlet _______.
- A.increases the density of the air
- B.decrease the density of the air
- C.increases the specific heat of the air
- D.decreases the specific heat of the exhaust
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STCW shall apply to seafarers_____ on board seagoing ships entitled to fly the flag of a Party.
- A.served
- B.serving
- C.surveyed
- D.surveying
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The needle valve will open when the fuel pressure acting on the needle valve _____ exerts a sufficient force to overcome the spring compression.
- A.tape face
- B.tapered face
- C.surface
- D.thinner face
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In order to release CO2 to the machinery spaces from a fixed fire extinguishing system, you must_____.
- A.actuate an alarm and open the engine room control valve
- B.actuate an alarm and open the engine room CO2 releasing valve
- C.open the engine room control valve and shut off engine room ventilation fans
- D.open the engine room control valve and then the CO2 releasing valve
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Leaking oil seals on a diesel engine turbocharger can cause
- A.the engine to run after the fuel has been secured
- B.the engine to over-speed
- C.a fire
- D.all of the above
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If the relief valve on the discharge side of a hydraulic pump lifts, the cause could be _____.
- A.a low load on the unit
- B.a clogged pump suction strainer
- C.a blockage in the line between the pump and hydraulic motor
- D.the hydraulic motor turning too fast
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External and internal leakage in hydraulic systems may be caused by _____.
- A.unusual vibration
- B.excessive worn parts
- C.abnormal pressure
- D.any of the above
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How long warning must be provided by the CO2 warning Mann before CO2 is discharged into a space _____.
- A.5 seconds
- B.10 seconds
- C.15 seconds
- D.20 seconds
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The term “the Company” in the ISM Code is defined as ______.
- A.the ship owner
- B.any person who has assumed responsibility for operating the ship
- C.either A or B
- D.neither A nor B
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An oxygen indicator will detect _____.
- A.concentrations of explosive gas
- B.an oxygen deficiency in a space
- C.the presence of harmful amounts of carbon monoxide
- D.All of the above
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If an anchor windlass has been idle for some time, you should _____.
- A.repack all valve stems
- B.lubricate it prior to use
- C.replace the foundation bolts
- D.balance the warping heads
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The initial voltage of self-excitation generator set up by .
- A.residual magnetism
- B.voltage regulator
- C.electrical current for excitation
- D.the other running generator
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Most air conditioning units have _____ for adjusting the ratio of recirculated fresh airCare must be taken not to reduce the fresh air so that stuffiness or smells arise.
- A.catch plates
- B.dampers
- C.regulating valves
- D.fans
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In the design of hydraulic piping and equipment consideration is given to minimize turbulence in the hydraulic fluid, as this will cause .
- A.molecular fluid vibration
- B.energy losses
- C.wide pressure variations
- D.mechanical damage to control valves
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When start a screw pump, the by pass valve should be ____.
- A.closed
- B.opened fully
- C.cracked open
- D.partly open
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According to the principle of two stroke diesel engine, what is the number of its efficient work stroke per revolution?
- A.1/2
- B.1
- C.2
- D.3
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Air cocks, usually positioned at the _____ in a circulating system, is used to get rid of the air in the system.
- A.bending joint
- B.expansion tank
- C.weld
- D.the highest point
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In the first survey, _____ compiles the survey report and fills in certificate.
- A.surveyor
- B.chief engineer
- C.captain
- D.chief mate
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The mode of control employed by an alarm circuit is a ________.
- A.two position control
- B.signal speed floating control
- C.proportional speed floating control
- D.reset control
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Exhaust gases are generally removed from the cylinders of a two-stroke/cycle diesel engine by_________________.
- A.natural aspiration
- B.masked intake valves
- C.air cells
- D.scavenging air
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Which of the listed refrigeration system components keeps the refrigerant circulating through the system?
- A.Expansion valve
- B.Condenser
- C.Evaporator
- D.Compressor
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The usual number of single-acting pistons used in a variable stroke axial-piston pump is _____.
- A.3 or 5
- B.5 or 7
- C.7 or 9
- D.9 or 11
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.Icreasing the exhaust valve tappet clearance of a diesel engine will result in the exhaust valve opening ________.
- A.later and closing earlier
- B.later and closing later
- C.earlier and closing earlier
- D.earlier and closing later
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When a point rotates about an axis and, at the same time, moves parallel to that axis, it describes _____.
- A.a line
- B.a circle
- C.a helix
- D.an epllicate
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Which one is NOT the ‘clear grounds’ for a more detailed inspection?
- A.the master and the chief engineer are unable to communicate effectively
- B.serious corrosion on the hull
- C.damaged sanitary pump
- D.one page missing in the oil record book
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The system will include various _____ such as low tank level alarms and remote operation of tank outlet valves in the events of a fire.
- A.Switches
- B.panels
- C.alarm units
- D.safety devices
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When a boiler is operating, the water level in the gauge glass reads _____ when the boiler is shut down.
- A.lower than
- B.higher than
- C.as much as
- D.the same as
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The diesel engine must be started before it can run by itselfFor this purpose _____ has to be used.
- A.a starting system
- B.the starting air
- C.a starting operation
- D.A, B and C
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If a radial piston hydraulic pump fails to deliver rated fluid volume, the cause can be _____.
- A.contaminated fluid
- B.pitted thrust rings
- C.worn pintle bearings
- D.obstructed suctions passage
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The ______is used to measure power.
- A.ammeter
- B.voltmeter
- C.wattmeter
- D.frequency meter
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Which of the following statements is true concerning an oil cooler? .
- A.The oil temperature is less than the cooling water temperature
- B.The oil pressure is less than the cooling water pressure
- C.The oil pressure is greater than the cooling water pressure
- D.The oil flow control valve is always installed in the oil input line
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A fire and boat drill on a tank vessel shall, by regulation, include _____.
- A.starting the fire pumps
- B.checking firemans outfits and other personnel rescue equipment
- C.checking relevant communications equipment
- D.All of the above
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The purpose of the flywheel of a diesel engine is to _____.
- A.counterbalance the crank throws on the crankshaft
- B.keep the engine running smoothly between power stroke
- C.provide a belt-driving surface for the operation of auxiliary machinery
- D.prevent the engine from overspeeding
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Which of the following conditions is most likely to occur when unburned fuel contaminates the crankcase of a diesel engine?
- A.Lube oil is diluted and its viscosity is reduced
- B.Sulfuric acid is formed
- C.Bearings become pitted ad immediately fail
- D.Valve stems develop sludge deposits
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The cylinder liner forming the cylinder wall and the inside of the water jacket is called a ____.
- A.dry liner
- B.wet liner
- C.jacket liner
- D.corrugated liner
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Administrations should bear in mind the significance of _____ in maintaining safety of life and property at sea and in preventing marine pollution.
- A.advanced nautical equipment
- B.advanced performance main engines
- C.emergency equipment
- D.communication and language skills
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While working in the engine room, you hear seven short blasts followed by one long blast on the ships whistle, supplemented by the same signal on the general alarm bellsYou should _____.
- A.start the fire pump to charge the fire main
- B.standby the main console and await orders from the engineer on watch
- C.go to your fire station
- D.go to your lifeboat station
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When the current flow through a copper wire increases, its _____.
- A.resistance will decrease
- B.insulation will bum
- C.temperature will increase
- D.conductivity will increase
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How dose water enter the crankcase of a diesel engine?
- A.Through the crankcase exhauster
- B.As water vapor contained in blow-by
- C.Demulsifying lube oil passing through the main bearings
- D.Condensation from vapor formed in the expansion tank
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If liquid refrigerant accidentally comes in contact with the eyes, _____ immediately.
- A.rub the eyes
- B.irritate the eyes
- C.wash the eyes with a heavy boric acid solution
- D.obtain medical help
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The crankshaft receives and transmits the full working power of the engine and is subjected to fluctuating _____.
- A.bending stresses
- B.torsion stresses
- C.shear stresses
- D.All of the above
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A diesel engine fails to start due to excessive water in the fuelBefore the engine can be started, the water should be removed from the__________.
- A.fuel lines
- B.lube oil filter
- C.crank case pump
- D.rocker arm reservoir
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A lubricant often has to perform. many duties in any situation, in addition to its fundamental job of_____.
- A.resisting oxidization
- B.reducing friction
- C.promoting moving speed
- D.developing inertia
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Energy losses due to _____ occur in every machine.
- A.speed
- B.friction
- C.impact
- D.atmosphere
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A centrifuge arranged to separate impurities and small amounts of water from oil is known as _____.
- A.an oily water separator
- B.a purifier
- C.a centrifugal compressor
- D.a clarifier
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Convection is the principal means _____ temperature is equilibrated in liquids and gases.
- A.in which
- B.on which
- C.by which
- D.from which
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Excessive diesel engine back pressure may be an indication of _____.
- A.carbon buildup in the exhaust manifold
- B.overcooling of the exhaust manifold
- C.eroded muffler baffle plates
- D.high injection pressure
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Following the failure of one turbocharger on a large, crosshead, main propulsion diesel engine, fitted with multiple turbochargers, which of the following actions should be taken prior to further operation of the engine? .
- A.Blank off the exhaust gas inlet to the damaged turbocharger
- B.Secure cooling and lubrication to the damaged turbocharger
- C.Lock the rotor of the damaged turbocharger
- D.All of the above
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Which of the listed types steam traps operates on the principle that hot water flashes to steam when its vapor pressure is rapidly reduced?
- A.Ball float
- B.Thermostatic
- C.Bimetallic
- D.Impulse
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The breaking-up of fuel as it enters a diesel engine cylinder is known as ______.
- A.airification
- B.vaporization
- C.atomization
- D.gasification
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The instantaneous reduction in voltage of an AC generator, resulting from an increase in load, and prior to the automatic voltage regulator correcting the situation, is called voltage _____.
- A.droop
- B.drop
- C.dip
- D.regulation
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The lifting pressure of ____ is set in the presence of a Surveyor it is locked and cannot be changed.
- A.fuel valves of main engine
- B.injector pump of main engine
- C.safety valves of marine boiler
- D.safety valves of a reciprocating pump
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Large pipes or _____ are fitted between the steam and water drums to ensure good natural circulation of water.
- A.fire-tubes
- B.furnaces
- C.down-comers
- D.soot-blowers
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According to Regulations, a power driven auxiliary steering gear for a vessel capable of a 20 knot service speed, must be capable of producing a rudder movement at which of the minimum speeds listed below?
- A.7 knots
- B.10 knots
- C.15 knots
- D.20 knots
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With respect to diesel fuel, the ease with which a cold engine will start is dependent upon the__________
- A.ignition quality of the fuel
- B.high heating value of the fuel
- C.amount of carbon residue after combustion
- D.internal flow resistance in the injectors
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STCW78/95 states that the office in charge of the engineering watch is the representative .
- A.ship-owner’s
- B.master’s
- C.chief engineer’s
- D.manager’s
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Connecting rods in a diesel engine are used to connect the _____.
- A.engine to the bed
- B.rocker arm to the camshaft
- C.crankshaft to the gear train
- D.piston to the crankshaft
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_____ providing lubricating films, oil used in marine diesel engines have to remove heat from oil cooled piston.
- A.Except for
- B.Beside
- C.Except
- D.In addition to
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The ______ of the semi-built method of the construction crankshaft is that by making the two webs and crankpin from a single forging the grain flow in the steel follows the web round into the crankpin and back down the other web.
- A.advantages
- B.disadvantages
- C.power advantages
- D.power disadvantages
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Excessive vibration in an operating diesel generator may be caused by _____.
- A.electrical overload
- B.surging at governed RPM
- C.loose engine mounting bolts
- D.coolant leaking into the cylinder
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The usual method of effectively applying foam on a fire is by ______.
- A.spraying directly on the base of the fire
- B.flowing the foam down a vertical surface
- C.sweeping the fire before you with the foam
- D.spraying directly on the surface of the fire
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The abandon ship signal sounded by the vessels whistle is _____.
- A.6 short blasts and 1 long blast
- B.long blast mare than 6 short blasts
- C.more than 6 short blasts and 1 long blast
- D.1 long blast of at least 10 seconds
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A Convention about safety of life at sea was adopted in 1974 which included a new amendment procedure, according which an amendment shall enter into force .
- A.after being accepted by more than two thirds of the Parties
- B.after being accepted by more than half of the Parties
- C.within a specified period of time with no objections
- D.within a specified period of time with no exceptions
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An electric heater built into some smaller diesel engines is used to _____.
- A.raise lube oil viscosity for easier starting in cold weather
- B.increase air inlet temperature
- C.increase compression ratio
- D.increase jacket water temperature for easier starting in cold weather
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Usually the panels are interlocked with _____ so that the devices can be made dead before the doors are opened.
- A.protective earth
- B.isolators
- C.ground switch
- D.circuit-breakers
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To prevent the spread of fire by convection you should _____.
- A.remove combustibiles from direct exposure
- B.cool the bulkhead around the fire
- C.close all openings to the area
- D.shut off electrical power
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Moisture in a refrigeration system can cause _____.
- A.freezing the expansion valve closed
- B.corrosion of system piping
- C.improper temperature regulation
- D.all of the above
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An increased differential between the inlet and outlet of a strainer usually indicates the strainer is .
- A.holed
- B.fouled
- C.clean
- D.dry
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_____ belongs to the cargo handling equipment.
- A.cargo winch
- B.chain lifter
- C.cable stopper
- D.windlass
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An auxiliary diesel engine may fail to start due to____________.
- A.low exhaust back pressure
- B.high lube oil temperature
- C.insufficient cranking speed
- D.excessive fuel atomization
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If a diesel engine driving a generator turns over freely but fails to fire properly, the cause could be ___________.
- A.excessive compression pressure
- B.air in the fuel lines
- C.high fuel pressure
- D.excessive load
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In order to remove the carbon deposit from the threaded recess, we can use .
- A.a driver
- B.a scraper
- C.a tap
- D.a file
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Distilled water from an evaporator may be discharged into a potable water tank _____.
- A.through a detachable hose connection
- B.after passing through an activated charcoal filter
- C.after chemical analysis shows it is fit for consumption
- D.through a solenoid operated three-way valve
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As the plunger moves upwards in the barrel, injection will commence once the plunger has _____ the spill ports and the pressure builds up.
- A.opened up
- B.closed off
- C.lined up
- D.taken off
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These include deck machinery such as mooring equipment, anchor handling equipment, cranes and _____.
- A.boilers
- B.bow thrusters
- C.stabilizers
- D.hatch covers
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Please draw out a 0.l mm _____ between the two halves of the bearing to reduce the clearance.
- A.shim
- B.gasket
- C.washer
- D.packing
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In fighting a fire in a fuel tank, the FIRST action you should attempt is to _____.
- A.secure all sources of fresh air to the tank
- B.begin transferring the fuel to other tanks
- C.top off the tank to force out all vapors
- D.station someone at the fixed CO2 release controls
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The clearance volume for a single stage compressor is defined as the space created between the _____.
- A.top of the piston and bottom side of head, with the piston at BDC
- B.piston and head, including the space around the piston to the top of the upper ring and under the valves, with the piston at TDC
- C.bottom of the piston and bottom side of the head at TDC, regardless of upper ring location and valve placement
- D.top of the piston and bottom side of the head at TDC as compared to that which exists between the top of the piston and bottom side of head at BDC
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The safety management objectives of the ISM Code are ______.
- A.to provide for safe practices in ship operation and a safe working environment
- B.to establish safeguards against all identified risks
- C.to continuously improve safety management skills of personnel, including preparing for emergencies
- D.all the above
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With reference to a two ram actuating mechanism, which one of the following statement is false?
- A.The rams work inside cylinders
- B.The cylinders have glands sealing their open ends
- C.The rams are connected to a cross-head
- D.The cross-head is mounted on the rudder stock
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A drop in compression pressure in one cylinder of a diesel engine can be caused by_______.
- A.a leaking fuel injection nozzle
- B.a clogged air filter
- C.early fuel injection
- D.burned valves
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Aother name for the “swash plate” in the variable delivery pump is
- A.tiltable disc
- B.gravity disc
- C.distributing disc
- D.catch plate
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In diesel engines designed with a crosshead, the motion of the piston rod can be described as _____.
- A.reciprocating at the piston pin, rotary at the crank pin
- B.reciprocating at the crank pin, rotary at the piston pin
- C.straight reciprocation
- D.straight rotation
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The control mode where the position of the final control element has a linear relationship with the position or value of the controller, variable is known as__________.
- A.two position control
- B.proportion control
- C.reset control
- D.rate control
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The fuel injector pump is operated by _____ which drives the plunger up and down.
- A.a separate motor
- B.a cam
- C.a generator
- D.a chain
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_____ is the temperature at which a liquid fuel gives off sufficient vapor to form. an ignitable mixture near its surface.
- A.Setting point
- B.Dew point
- C.Flash point
- D.Lean point
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The amount of fuel delivered for each cycle must be in accordance with the engine load, and the same quantity of fuel must be delivered to each cylinder for each power stroke at that loadWhich of the following statements describes this requirement?
- A.Proper timing
- B.Accurate metering
- C.Suitable injection rate
- D.Suitable atomization rate