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1. The efficiency of diesel locomotives is nearly
A. 20 to 25 percent
B. 30 to 40 percent
C. 45 to 55 percent
D. 60 to 70 percent
Explanation:
2. In case of steam engines the steam pressure is
A. 1 to 4 kgf/cm2
B. 5 to 8 kgf/cm2
C. 10 to 15 kgf/cm2
D. 25 to 35 kgf/cm2
Explanation:
3. The number of passanger coaches that can be attached to a diesel engine locomotive on broad gauge is usually restricted to
A. 5
B. 10
C. 14
D. 17
Explanation:
4. Main traction systems used in India are, those using
A. electric locomotives
B. diesel engine locomotives
C. steam engine locomotives
D. diesel electric locomotives
Explanation:
5. The speed of a locomotive is controlled by
A. flywheel
B. gear box
C. applying brakes 11.
D. regulating steam flow to engine
Explanation: