USCG Exam PracticeLube oil and fuel oil systems
According to 46 CFR §56.50-80, the lubricating oil system must be designed to function satisfactorily when the vessel has a permanent list and trim of what values?
- A. 10° list and 5° trim
- B. 15° list and 10° trim
- ✓ 15° list and 5° trimCorrect
- D. 10° list and 3° trim
Why C is correct
46 CFR §56.50-80(a) requires the lubricating oil system to function satisfactorily at a permanent 15° list and a permanent 5° trim. The other combinations are plausible but do not match the regulatory requirement.
Cited:46 CFR §56.50-80