USCG USCG Steam
Set 16 • Question #233 of 496
Launch Interactive Practice Room The original bridge gage reading for a reduction gear bearing was measured as .008 inches. A year later, the bridge gage reading for the same bearing is .010 inches. This indicates __________.
A
bearing wear is .010 inch
B
oil clearance is .002 inch
C
bearing wear is .002 inch
✓ Correct Answer
D
oil clearance has increased .010 inch
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines), regarding 'The original bridge gage reading for a reduction gear bearing was measured as .008 inches. A year later, the bridge gage reading for the same bearing is .010 inches. This indicates', the verified engineering fact is: 'bearing wear is .002 inch'.
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