Packing extremely soft grease into a roller bearing will cause __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — high temperatures to develop as result of churning

Using grease that is too soft or overfilling the bearing leads to churning, where the rolling elements must constantly displace the lubricant. This internal friction generates significant heat, which lowers the viscosity of the grease, potentially causing it to leak out and leading to rapid bearing failure.

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