The build-up of contamination in a gas turbine will cause all of the following conditions EXCEPT which of the following?

Correct Answer: Option C — Reduced fuel consumption

Contamination in gas turbines restricts airflow and increases combustion temperatures due to reduced efficiency. This buildup forces the engine to burn more fuel to maintain the same power output. Therefore, reduced fuel consumption is an impossible outcome of contamination; rather, fuel consumption will inevitably increase to compensate for losses.