Electric Traction On Steam Locomotive Multiple Choice Questions and Answers

11.  The maximum horsepower of steam locomotive is

   A. Up to 1500

   B. 1500 to 2000

   C. 2000 to 3000

   D. 3000 to 4000

12.  The speed of a steam locomotive is controlled by

   A. Applying brakes

   B. Gearbox

   C. Regulating steam flow to engine

   D. Flywheel

13.  In case of steam locomotives the tractive effort is provided by

   A. Double cylinder, double acting steam engine

   B. Double cylinder, single acting steam engine

   C. Single cylinder, double acting steam engine

   D. Single cylinder, single acting steam engine

14.  Steam locomotives

   A. Cannot be put into service at any moment

   B. Cause considerable wear on the track

   C. Need more repair and maintenance

   D. All of the above

15.  In case of steam locomotive an average coal consumption per kilometre of run is around

   A. 5 to 10 KG

   B. 25 to 30 KG

   C. 60 to 80 KG

   D. 100 to 150 KG

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