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The specific fuel consumption per BHP hour for diesel engine is approximately

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0.15 kg

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0.2 kg

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0.25 kg

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0.30 kg

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Solution

The correct option is B 0.2 kg
Generally, the specific fuel consumption per B.P. hour for a diesel engine is about 0.2 kg while the specific fuel consumption per B.P. hour for a petrol engine is about 0.25 kg.

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