Engine Safety (Supplementary) USCG Question #9 (Set 1)

Some diesel engines are supercharged with a __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — turbocharger

Turbocharging forces high-density air into the engine cylinders using a turbine driven by exhaust gas energy connected to a centrifugal compressor, effectively supercharging the engine to improve volumetric efficiency and power output.

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