Auto 2 Finals Quiz 3

What is the primary purpose of the Main Switch Board (MSB) Power Management System (PMS) onboard ships?

• To manage the engine control room switch boards

• To ensure efficient and safe operation of electrical systems

• To manage generator operations and electrical load distribution

• To monitor crew activities

Which of the following is a key feature of redundant power distribution?

• Single power source

• Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)

• Manual load adjustment

• Fixed power pathways

Why is load balancing important in power distribution?

• To increase fuel consumption

• To prevent overload and ensure stability

• To reduce the number of generators

• To limit power supply to critical systems

During a blackout, which systems are prioritized for power restoration?

• Entertainment systems

• Navigation and safety systems

• Crew quarters lighting

• Galley equipment

Which of the following is NOT a component of the main switchboard system?

• Automatic Transfer Switches

• Stepdown transformer

• Governor

• Load balancing mechanisms

What ensures redundancy in power distribution systems?

• Single generator operation

• Dual power sources and standby generators

• Manual power switches

• Multiple switchboards

Load Management & Control Load sharing control systems ensure:

• Balanced distribution of load among generators

• Only one generator operates at a time

• Manual adjustment of generator output

• None of the above

Non-essential loads are identified based on:

• Random selection

• Priority classification

• Their physical size

• None of the above

Automated tripping mechanisms are used to:

• Manually disconnect loads

• Reduce the risk of system failures

• Increase system overload

• None of the above

Load shedding is a strategy used to:

• Increase system overload

• Prevent system overload and maintain stability

• Disconnect essential loads first

• None of the above