Question 5053Deck General70% to pass
While in transit, the DEEP DRILLER suffers flooding in the port pump room. Both port bilge pumps are inadequate to dewater the pump room. You may supplement the bilge pumps by using the _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) port drill water pump.
The port drill water pump can be used to supplement the inadequate bilge pumps in the event of flooding in the port pump room. This is because the drill water pump is designed to handle large volumes of water, making it suitable for emergency dewatering operations.
The other options are incorrect because: A) the port saltwater service pump is not designed for dewatering; C) the starboard ballast pump is not connected to the port pump room; and D) while the starboard ballast pump and crossover system could potentially be used, the port drill water pump is a more direct and appropriate solution for this situation.
Related Questions
#5051 While at operating draft, the DEEP DRILLER suffers flooding in the port pump room. Both port bilge pumps are inadequate to dewater the pump room. You may supplement the bilge pumps with the _______________.#5052 While in transit, the DEEP DRILLER suffers flooding in the starboard pump room. Both starboard bilge pumps are inadequate to dewater the pump room. You may supplement the performance of the bilge pumps by using the _______________.#5054 What pump may be used to supplement the bilge pump on the DEEP DRILLER? #5055 On the DEEP DRILLER, to use the drill water pump to supplement the bilge pumps, it is necessary to open valves 28 and _______________.#5056 Aboard the DEEP DRILLER, to use the drill water pump to supplement the bilge pumps, it is necessary to open valves 26 and _______________.