Question 86Electricity & Electronics - 1st Asst/Chief

The correct answer is B) an integrated system. An integrated electric propulsion system is one in which the propulsion generator supplies power to both the propulsion motor as well as the ship's service loads. This allows for a more efficient and centralized power distribution, as the single generator can meet the demands of both the propulsion system and the ship's electrical needs. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) a dedicated system would have separate generators for propulsion and ship service loads, C) a composite system typically refers to a hybrid arrangement with both electric and mechanical propulsion, and D) a multi-purpose system is a more general term that does not specifically describe the shared power generation configuration of an integrated electric propulsion system.