USCG USCG Motor
Set 13 • Question #129 of 382
Launch Interactive Practice Room When conducting a hydrostatic test on a water-tube auxiliary boiler, the test water should be heated to a temperature of at least 70°F. This is done to __________.
A
minimize the coefficient of expansion within the varying types of metals used in boiler construction
B
help prevent the formation of condensation on the tube exteriors
✓ Correct Answer
C
eliminate oxygen being carried into the system
D
all of the above
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG Motor Plants (Diesel Engineering), regarding 'When conducting a hydrostatic test on a water-tube auxiliary boiler, the test water should be heated to a temperature of at least 70°F. This is done to', the correct operational principle is: 'help prevent the formation of condensation on the tube exteriors'.
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