Question 163General Subjects - 1st Asst/Chief

The correct answer is D) Infrequently used thrusters where the bow thruster machinery compartment is particularly cold. The reasoning is that in an infrequently used thruster, the insulation resistance of the drive motor is more likely to deteriorate when the machinery compartment is particularly cold. This is because in a cold environment, the insulation material becomes more brittle and prone to cracking or deterioration, which can lead to reduced insulation resistance. In contrast, a frequently used thruster or a warm environment would be less problematic for the insulation resistance. The other options are incorrect because they do not represent the most problematic scenario for the deterioration of the insulation resistance. A warm environment, whether for frequently or infrequently used thrusters, would be less likely to cause insulation deterioration compared to a cold environment for an infrequently used thruster.