The delivery pressure of boiler feed water pump compared to the boiler steam pressure is___________________?

Correct answer: C. Slightly more

  • A. Same
  • B. Slightly less
  • C. Slightly more
  • D. Much more

Explanation

The feed-water pump must overcome the boiler pressure as well as pressure losses in the feed line and equipment. Therefore, its delivery pressure is slightly higher than the boiler steam pressure.

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