Aux 1 Unit 15 Q2

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What is the primary factor that determines the minimum number of available generators required for a vessel to put to sea?

C) The vessel's top speed

A) The size of the vessel's crew

B) The total electrical load demand of the vessel, including essential services, under all operating conditions

D) The number of lifeboats on board

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Why must the vessel's generators be capable of meeting the total electrical load demand?

D) To reduce the vessel's fuel consumption

A) To ensure the vessel can operate at maximum speed

B) To prevent overloading and ensure all essential services remain operational under various conditions, including emergencies

C) To provide power to non-essential systems only

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Which of the following is considered an essential service for the operation of a vessel?

C) Passenger lighting

B) Navigation equipment (e.g., radar, GPS, gyrocompass)

A) Entertainment systems

D) Air conditioning in cabins

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Why are communication systems considered essential services on a vessel?

B) To maintain communication with other vessels and shore stations, ensuring the vessel's safe navigation and coordination, especially in emergencies

A) To entertain the crew

D) To monitor the vessel's fuel levels

C) To provide internet access to passengers

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Which service is critical for the vessel's fire safety?

A) The ship's fire detection and suppression systems

C) The ship's entertainment systems

B) The ship's HVAC systems

D) The ship's passenger cabins

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Which service is essential for ensuring a stable power supply to all critical systems on board?

D) The ship’s kitchen appliances

A) The ship’s generator and electrical distribution system

B) The ship’s entertainment system

C) The ship’s laundry system

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What consideration must be made regarding generator redundancy when determining the minimum number of generators required?

B) Redundancy is not necessary if the vessel has a backup battery system

A) The redundancy ensures that even if one generator fails, the remaining generators can still handle the vessel's essential load

D) Redundancy allows the vessel to exceed its power requirements

C) Redundancy is only required during docking

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Which of the following is an essential service for maintaining the vessel's stability and safety?

A) The ship’s bilge pumps

C) The ship's galley equipment

B) The ship's entertainment systems

D) The ship's laundry systems

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Why are the ship’s propulsion systems considered essential services?

D) To provide comfort to the crew and passengers

B) To ensure the vessel can maneuver and maintain its course, which is vital for safety, especially in emergency situations

A) To allow the vessel to maintain its speed

C) To reduce the vessel's fuel consumption

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Why is power to the steering gear considered an essential service on a vessel?

C) To provide comfort to passengers

B) To increase the vessel's speed

A) To ensure the vessel can turn effectively and maintain its desired course, which is crucial for avoiding collisions and navigating safely

D) To operate the vessel's lights

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