Steam Plants (Boilers & Turbines) USCG Question #750 (Set 25)

An excess pressure governor would normally be used on a __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — turbine-driven feed pump

An excess pressure governor maintains a constant differential pressure across a boiler feed pump by sensing discharge pressure relative to steam drum pressure, ensuring feedwater delivery exceeds boiler pressure under all operating loads.

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