Motor Plants & Auxiliary Boilers USCG Question #943 (Set 20)

The purpose of the compensating adjustment used in a diesel engine hydraulic governor is to __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — prevent governor hunting

The compensating mechanism in a hydraulic governor introduces temporary feedback that matches pilot valve movement to power piston travel, preventing over-travel and eliminating governor hunting during load changes.

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