Motor Plants & Auxiliary Boilers USCG Question #1343 (Set 26)

Which of the following relationships exist between the temperature developed in a combustion space, and the compression ratio of the engine?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — Higher compression ratios create higher temperature.

Higher compression ratios compress trapped air into a smaller volume, increasing both pressure and temperature according to the ideal gas law. This elevated temperature ensures reliable auto-ignition of injected fuel without requiring an external ignition source.

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