The constant pressure governor of a turbine-driven feed pump maintains which of the following pressures at a constant value for all capacities?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — Pump discharge
Constant pressure governors on marine boiler feed pumps sense discharge pressure and modulate turbine speed to maintain a steady discharge pressure regardless of boiler feed water demand variations across operating capacities.
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