Engine Performance Quiz

What is the measure of the maximum potential output energy of an engine called?

• Torque

• Engine Power

• Fuel Efficiency

• Power Rating

Which term refers to the power available at the output side of the engine?

• Effective Power

• Indicated Horsepower

• Shaft Horsepower

• Brake Horsepower

What does the acronym MCR stand for in engine performance?

• Mean Continuous Rating

• Maximum Capacity Rating

• Minimum Continuous Rating

• Maximum Continuous Rating

Which of the following is NOT a type of power rating for marine propulsion engines?

• Indicated Horsepower

• Effective Power

• Continuous Power

• Dynamic Power

What is the primary factor that affects fuel consumption in engines?

• Engine Age

• Fuel Type

• Engine Power

• Engine Size

Which method is preferred for estimating effective power when a non-direct propulsion unit is present?

• Speed and torque measurement

• Indicated pressure measurement

• Fuel consumption analysis

• Exhaust temperature measurement

What is the term for the power measured at the crankshaft with a brake dynamometer?

• Indicated Horsepower

• Effective Power

• Shaft Horsepower

• Brake Horsepower

Which of the following factors can lead to a reduction in engine performance?

• High Fuel Temperature

• High Fuel Efficiency

• Low Engine RPM

• Increased Torque

What does the term 'Power to weight ratio' indicate?

• Maximum power output of the engine

• Total power supplied by the engine

• Engine's power output relative to its weight

• Efficiency of fuel consumption

What is the effect of a blocked filter in the fuel oil system?

• Higher exhaust temperature

• Improved engine performance

• Reduced fuel pressure

• Increased fuel pressure