Which of the following oil mist to air ratios would most likely lead to the most severe crankcase explosion?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — 5-7% by volume.
An oil mist concentration of approximately 5 to 7 percent by volume creates the most chemically reactive and violently explosive mixture within a diesel crankcase.
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