USCG USCG General Eng
Set 16 • Question #216 of 498
Launch Interactive Practice Room As a rule of thumb, when pressure is applied to hydraulic oil, the oil will __________.
A
not be compressed, as liquids are not compressible
B
reduce in volume by 1% for every 100 psi increment
C
increase in volume by 1% for every 1,000 psi increment
D
reduce in volume by 1/2% for every 1,000 psi increment
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USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG Marine Engineering General Subjects, for engine room systems involving 'As a rule of thumb, when pressure is applied to hydraulic oil, the oil will', the standard operating requirement is: 'reduce in volume by 1/2% for every 1,000 psi increment'.
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