General Subjects (Auxiliaries & Systems) USCG Question #893 (Set 14)

Why is the discharge pressure of a herringbone gear pump steadier than the discharge pressure of a simple spur gear pump?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — One discharge phase begins before the previous discharge phase has been completed.

Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: One discharge phase begins before the previous discharge phase has been completed..

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