A decrease in the flash point of diesel engine lube oil indicates the lube oil has become __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — diluted with fuel oil
Fuel oil dilution introduces lighter hydrocarbon fractions into the crankcase, significantly lowering the flash point of the lubricating oil and threatening proper boundary lubrication protection.
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