General Subjects (Auxiliaries & Systems) USCG Question #897 (Set 14)

If the existing vapor pressure is subtracted from the indicated pressure at the pump suction, the remainder is the __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — apparent net positive suction head

In USCG Marine Engineering General Subjects, for engine room systems involving 'If the existing vapor pressure is subtracted from the indicated pressure at the pump suction, the remainder is the', the standard operating requirement is: 'apparent net positive'.

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