Straight run petrol as compared to methyl/ethyl alcohol has_________________?

Correct answer: B. Lower octane number

  • A. Lower calorific value
  • B. Lower octane number
  • C. Higher specific gravity
  • D. Higher ignition temperature

Explanation

Straight-run petrol generally has a lower octane number than alcohol fuels, because alcohols have high resistance to knocking. Petrol has a higher heating value, so lower calorific value is not the correct comparison.

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