Question 1026 Deck General

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Which statement is TRUE of centrifugal pumps aboard tank vessels?

A They are gravity-fed.
B They are positive displacement pumps.
C They produce a pulsating flow.
D They require more maintenance than a reciprocating pump.
AI Explanation

The correct answer is A) They are gravity-fed. Centrifugal pumps aboard tank vessels are not gravity-fed. They are positive displacement pumps that produce a continuous, non-pulsating flow. Compared to reciprocating pumps, centrifugal pumps generally require less maintenance due to their simpler design and fewer moving parts. Therefore, answer A is incorrect, while answers B, C, and D are all incorrect statements about the characteristics of centrifugal pumps on tank vessels.

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