Engine General (Supplementary) USCG Question #84 (Set 2)

An example of an anti-friction bearing is a __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — ball bearing

Ball bearings utilize rolling elements to separate moving surfaces, significantly reducing friction compared to sliding contact bearings. These are classified as anti-friction bearings, whereas Kingsbury, line shaft, and cutlass bearings rely on hydrodynamic or boundary lubrication films to support loads, functioning as plain or journal-type bearings.

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