Regarding main reduction gears, when high speed first reduction pinions and gears are connected to low speed pinions and gears, each contained in a sequential portion of the gear housing, the reduction gear unit is known as __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — articulated
Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: articulated.
100% Free & Open Access — No daily limits, paywalls, or gated answers on BrightMariner.