Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #250 (Set 9)

Operating a steam turbine propulsion unit at medium speed, in an area with extremely cold seawater and the main circulating pump providing full cooling water flow to the condenser will result in __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — increased condensate aeration due to the inability of the air ejectors to remove excessive air accumulation from the condenser

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: increased condensate aeration due to the inability of the air ejectors to remove excessive air accumulation from the condenser.

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