Question 109General Subjects - 1st Asst/Chief

The correct answer is D) Entering port or shallow water. The reasoning is that when entering port or shallow water, the water depth may be reduced, which can lead to a lower water level in the sea suction. This can cause the sea water cooling system to draw in air or debris, reducing the efficiency of the cooling system. To maintain proper cooling, the system should be shifted from the low sea suction to the high sea suction, which is positioned higher in the hull to ensure a consistent supply of clean, debris-free sea water. The other options are incorrect because: A) Increasing the number of sea water cooled heat exchangers would not necessitate a shift to the high sea suction, as the system should be able to maintain the required flow. B) Reducing the number of heat exchangers would also not require a shift to the high sea suction, as the reduced load on the system should not impact the water supply. C) Underway operations or rough seas do not necessarily require a shift to the high sea suction, as the low sea suction should be able to provide sufficient water flow in most conditions.