Engine General (Supplementary) USCG Question #478 (Set 8)

In order to distribute the side pressures over a wide area of the cylinder walls and liners, which of the listed types of pistons are used in modern low pressure air compressors?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — Trunk

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: Trunk.

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