Question 51Motor Plants - Assistant Engineer

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The component shown in the illustration would be identified as a/an_______________. Illustration MO-0097

Diagram for USCG Motor Plants Assistant: The component shown in the illustration would be identified as...
Aslow-speed engine cylinder liner lubricator
Bslow-speed engine fuel pump
Ccentrifugal flyweight governor
Dinjector cooling system pump
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) slow-speed engine fuel pump. The fuel pump is a critical component in a slow-speed engine that delivers fuel from the fuel tank to the engine's fuel injection system. It ensures a consistent and reliable supply of fuel to the engine, which is necessary for proper operation. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not match the function of the component shown in the illustration. A slow-speed engine cylinder liner lubricator, a centrifugal flyweight governor, and an injector cooling system pump serve different purposes in the engine system and are not the component depicted in the illustration.

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