Question 1883Deck Safety70% to pass
Which statement is TRUE concerning protection of double bottom tanks against excessive pressure?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) The total area of the vents or the overflow shall be at least 125% of the area of the fill line.
This is the correct answer because the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) requires that the total area of the vents or the overflow shall be at least 125% of the area of the fill line in order to protect double bottom tanks against excessive pressure. This regulation ensures that the tanks have sufficient venting capacity to prevent pressure buildup during filling operations.
The other options are incorrect because A) and B) do not meet the 125% requirement specified in the CFR, and D) mentions overflows but does not address the vent area requirement.
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