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Installation: CES version: CES 6.0.0

Name: Test date: 06.10.2018
User ID: Test type: STCW
Time used: 4
Nationality: Department: Engine
Academy: Level: Operational
Batch: Propulsion: Slow speed
Show only wrong answers with negative score: No

Question asked (1z8TCE2r):

Why are zinc anodes sometimes fitted to heat exchangers in seawater cooling systems?
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Correct answer:
To prevent corrosion of the metals used in the system.

Question asked (9pmX7HGa):

For a Nitrite - Borate based cooling water treatment system, what would be considered to
be the normal nitrite concentration limits for a correctly dosed system?
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Correct answer:
1500-3000 ppm Nitrite.

Question asked (v$buHkos):

When 3 phase alternators are operating in parallel, it is very important that the reactive
load is evenly shared so that the total alternator loads are evenly shared. If the total
alternator load is the vector sum of active and reactive loads, which side of the vector
diagram (power triangle) shown represents the reactive load?
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Correct answer:
(Y)

Question asked (BNNs5V8U):

Why do diesel engine manufacurers usually recommend that all of the gaskets are
renewed when refitting a cylinder cover?
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Correct answer:
To minimise risk of gas leakage and ensure correct clearance between piston and
cylinder cover.

Question asked (gdzWl#qs):

What action should the Duty Engineer take when entering an UMS-mode operated
engine room due to an alarm or due to a scheduled routine check?
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Correct answer:
Notify the Bridge and switch the UMS selector switch to manual mode and engage the
"dead man alarm"

Question asked (0CBdRHLT):

What does the term "Dead Ship" mean?
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"Dead Ship" means that the machinery and boilers are inoperational due to lack of
electrical power

Question asked (VT1IsoaA):

Why is it important to check the timing of diesel engine cylinder oil lubricators?
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Correct answer:
To ensure cylinder lubricating oil enters the cylinders when the piston is in the required
position.

Question asked (L3XQC7nP):

In the event of a severe scavenge fire, which of the following is most likely to be seriously
damaged?
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Correct answer:
Piston rod and stuffing box.

Question asked (Bd2twQ1i):

Why did he study the contract in detail before signing it?
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He studied the contract in detail before signing it because he wanted to know his duties

Question asked (MyzXmWNh):

Which group of electrical services are likely to be supplied from an emergency generator?
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Steering gear and engine room alarm system

Question asked (St9OaNGT):

A 3-phase induction motor is rated at 200 A Full load current. Its initial direct- on-line
starting current will be approximately:
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Correct answer:
1000 A

Question asked (xRawfcuH):

A motor is protected by a thermal overcurrent relay. After tripping on overload it will not
be possible to reset the overcurrent relay immediately because the:
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Correct answer:
Bimetallic strips need time to cool down

Question asked (tNiw#QOy):

Under normal conditions, the electric power for services supplied from the emergency
switchboard is supplied from:
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Correct answer:
The main generating plant.

Question asked (BH7zzPgg):

The correct time to synchronise is usually taken to be when the synchroscope reaches
the "5 to 12" position and is rotating slowly clockwise. This to allow for:
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Circuit breaker operating time

Question asked (7CSEJkTS):

What would you suspect has happened if the lubricating oil for an air compressor has a
milky white appearance?
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Correct answer:
Water contamination of the oil.

Question asked (3xpGtRsZ):

The bilge holding tank level is being reduced by discharging through the OWS. What
action should be taken when the oil/water interface in the holding tank is reached?
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Correct answer:
Stop the OWS and pump the oil to the incinerator tank.

Question asked (X1J4Cr1E):

What would be a typical oil feed temperature for purifying heavy fuel oil in a centrifuge in
order to ensure good separation?
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Correct answer:
95 - 98 Celsius.

Question asked (38QtALoY):

What action should be taken if a purifier starts to vibrate heavily during normal
operations?
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Correct answer:
Stop the purifier immediately. Check the machine for fouling or mechanical damage. Do
not restart until cause is identified and fault rectified.

Question asked (T$wTWnRK):

Why is it necessary to have routine testing of diesel engine cooling water systems?
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To ensure that the recommended levels of treatment chemicals are maintained at all
times.

Question asked (z5q$cCX$):

This circuit consists of two resistances, R1 = 6 ohm and R2 = 12 ohm , connected in
series. Calculate the equivalent resistance R(S) .
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R(S) =18 ohm

Question asked (ShnkohC7):

Which type of temperature sensors are shown on the picture?
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Correct answer:
Resistance sensors

Question asked (CS8kFm87):

In terms of instrumentation and measurement, what is an I/P Transducer?
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A transducer that converts a known electric current to a pressure proportional to the
current.

Question asked (ch4IoOss):

If a person is in a state of shock, what of the following is the correct thing of you to do?
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Correct answer:
Treat and reassure the casualty and stay with the person at all times.

Question asked (wGI#qUZy):

Unfortunately an insect has become lodged in the ear. How to remove the insect?
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Gently flood the casualty's ear with terpid water so that the insect will float out.

Question asked (Jfs5NUMm):

The diagram shows a the symbol for a component from a hydraulic circuit. What
component does it represent?
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Correct answer:
A directional control valve.

Question asked (Yf$dKrOV):

What is the correct method to use for fitting a rolling contact bearing, such as a ball
bearing, onto a parallel shaft?
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Correct answer:
Gently heat the bearing in an oil bath and use a bearing puller to draw it onto the shaft..

Question asked (P8qXTqtY):

A centrifugal pump is to be reassembled following overhaul and it is discovered that there
are no spare gaskets for the pump housing. From the options given select the best
alternative material to make a gasket from.
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Thick paper (chart paper).

Question asked (f1Tic1Kb):

Sounding pipes in the engine room are normally fitted with deadweight cocks and screw
caps. Which of the following statements is correct?
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Correct answer:
Caps and cocks should be closed at all times, except when sounding tanks, to prevent
ingress of water or oil into the engine room in case of tank bottom damage or overflow.

Question asked (cStkOi67):

A tank containing hydrocarbon residues requires manual cleaning by use of shovels,
scrapers etc. Which of the following is the correct procedure to follow?
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Correct answer:
Open and ventilate the tank, test oxygen content, have someone standing by with rescue
equipment, complete a permit to work and a tank entry permit and then commence work.

Question asked (zy$whON0):

MARPOL - Annex IV. Your ship has in operation an approved sewage treatment plant
certified by the Administration. During discharge, while vessel is awaiting pilot off Cape
Henry, USA, the surrounding water is
discoloured. What kind of action would be appropriate to take?
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Correct answer:
Stop discharge.

Question asked (BWiZ1gY4):

Under what circumstances may a watch-keeping engineer normally undertake other, non-
watchkeeping duties?
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Correct answer:
When they have been properly relieved of their watch-keeping duties.

Question asked (iEhIQMVn):

Why is it important that a transmitter has been correctly installed at the correct location
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The control system is depending on the best possible process signal

Question asked (1YDgju5p):

Measuring instruments must be routinely calibrated. What is the meant by instrument
calibration?
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Correct answer:
Comparing input and output values against a documented standard

Question asked (V0x0cqiG):

The range of a transducer is 0-200 bar. The output signal is 4-20 mA. What is the span of
the output signal?
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Correct answer:
16 mA

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Choose the option which most accurately completes the following statement. The
expansion tank in a closed cooling water system is designed to maintain a positive head
on the system and also to……
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Correct answer:
Allow for changes in water volume due to temperature variation (expansion)

Question asked (36UcWSGB):

During an unmanned period on a UMS vessel the "low water level" alarm for the jacket
cooling water system expansion tank activates. What action would you take as duty
engineer?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Answer the alarm, top up the tank and check the system for leakage before resuming
unmanned operation.

Question asked (xri4ZF59):

What action is required if the crankcase relief valve on an air compressor is operating and
emitting an air and oil mixture?
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Correct answer:
Overhaul the compressor unit.

Question asked (blfMM51c):

What pressure is present in the crankcase of a vapour compression refrigeration
compressor?
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The same as the suction pressure.

Question asked (KSkPOqSR):

What is definition on clean ballast as per MARPOL Annex 1?
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Ballast with an oil content of less than 15 ppm

Question asked (An4vVopA):

Which of the following spaces may be protected by a fixed high expansion foam fire-
extinguishing system?
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Correct answer:
All the spaces mentioned

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Question asked (fkzsk5v#):

What is the gas releasing device allowed for a CO2 fixed fire-extinguishing installation?
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Correct answer:
A manually operated release system only

Question asked (C#6uJruF):

What kind of measure is the division of the vessel in upright areas by using thermic and
structural separations?
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Correct answer:
It is both a prevention and protection measure

Question asked (DVAcUGwI):

Which deck is the "bulkhead deck"?
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Correct answer:
The uppermost deck to which transverse bulkheads are carried

Question asked (uleGI2wB):

What alarm signal must be sounded by the alarm bells in case of fire?
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Correct answer:
The signal which is stated in the muster list

Question asked (uLqjobP0):

The temperature control system of the main engine crankshaft bearings indicates high
temperature. What would be the correct way to open and check the crankcase?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Stop the engine immediately and keep the lube oil pump running for at least 20 minutes
before opening the crankcase

Question asked (iybctWup):

*The freeboard of a lifeboat, measured from the waterline to the lowest opening through
which the lifeboat may become flooded:
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Correct answer:
Should exceed 1.5 % of the lifeboat length when loaded with 50 % of the number of
persons the lifeboat is permitted to accommodate, these persons being seated to one
side of the centreline

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Question asked (sMMUQK$a):

*Give the meaning of the following symbol
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Correct answer:
Start water-spray

Question asked (g69nJQx9):

Give the meaning of the following symbol
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Radar transponder

Question asked (1YDX3m#l):

The pyrotechnics used to transmit visual signals to other vessels, boats or aircrafts are of
the following type
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Correct answer:
All of the below mentioned

Question asked (2h2BG#jw):

What is the general emergency alarm signal as specified in SOLAS ?
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seven or more short blasts followed by one long blast

Question asked (ETWDIDxh):

Which ships does the ISM code apply to
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All passenger ships, all cargo ships of 500GRT or above

Question asked (Gs4AyRP3):

Which personnel must undergo familiarization training on board
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Everyone

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Question asked (AseVO$6q):

What precautions must be taken before entering an enclosed space?
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Space thoroughly ventilated, Oxygen and gas readings taken, communication set up,
permit to work completed, Crewmember standing by, with rescue gear.

Question asked (C514TDSM):

Which Security Levels requires the highest security alert?
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Correct answer:
Security Level 3

Question asked (mvRXqkxz):

"During a bomb search, which of the following is an important principle to follow?"
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Correct answer:
Do not touch any suspicious packages

Question asked (6bUO0qra):

Which of the following voltage levels would be regarded as high voltage on board a ship?
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Correct answer:
6.6kV

Question asked (NLyyUwPt):

Which of the following options may be used as a brief summary of how to safely make
high voltage equipment accessible?
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Correct answer:
Disconnect, isolate, earth (ground)

Question asked (5ypKWE3C):

A mechanical seal, consisting of carbon and ceramic seal rings, is to be fitted to a cetrifugal pump shaft. What is the most likely result of
not being extremely carefull when fitting this type of seal?
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Correct answer:
The seal rings are brittle and can be easily chipped or damaged.

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Question asked (lzi4lL1e):

An air compressor is being refitted in the engine room. The compressor and motor are
coupled using a flexible coupling and are mounted on a common 'skid' which fixed to the
deck with resilient mountings. Which of the statements, from the options given, relating to
the alignment of the motor and compressor is true?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Shims should be fitted between the motor and compressor feet and the skid to ensure
correct vertical, horizontal and parallel alignment of the coupling halves before it is bolted
up.

Question asked (AaTzA#Xa):

While alongside at a repair berth a new section of seawater pipe has been fabricated in a
shoreside workshop from drawings supplied by the vessel. During fitting of the pipe by
ship's engineers it is noted that the pipe is too short leaving a gap of about 8mm between
the flange faces. What action should be taken to remedy this problem?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
The pipe should be returned to the shoreside workshop for modification or to be remade
to the correct dimensions.

Question asked (1c5BEpzg):

The majority of large slow speed diesel engines used for main propulsion purposes are
direct drive to a fixed pitch propeller? What is the main reason for this arrangement?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
A fixed pitch propeller can operate with reasonable efficiency at the same sort of speed
as the engine.

Question asked (HvgIlqpt):

Many large slow speed diesel engines operating on heavy fuel oil have a fuel injection
system which features Variable Injection Timing. How does this affect engine operation?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
VIT increases engine efficiency by automatically maintaining the maximum cylinder
pressure over part of the load range.

Question asked (E4Jy2FNU):

A piston rod retaining nut needs to be tightened during maintenance on the main engine.
Which of the given methods should be used to ensure it does not come loose in service?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Tighten it to the manufacturer's recommendations using a torque wrench.

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Question asked (GC7aNTXg):

The end covers for a heat exchanger are held in place by a number of brass studs and
nuts. Which of the tools given in the options is best suited for removal and tightening of
the nuts?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Ring spanner or socket.

Question asked (3mcU#89B):

When a ships derrick or crane lifts a weight off the deck of a ship, from which position can
the centre of gravity of the weight be considered to act?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
From the head of the derrick or crane

Question asked (ZCUssJoa):

What is the correct understanding of the tem "Angle of Loll" when applied to ships
stability?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
The angle the ship will lie when the ship has a negative GM

Question asked (jK$4Udkr):

During replacement of the diesel engine cylinder cover following maintenance some
manufacturers recommend that different torques are applied to some of the cylinder cover
stud nuts. Select the option which is most likely to be the reason for this?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Temperature variations across the cylinder cover result in uneven thermal loads on the
studs.

Question asked (z7lMi8rg):

During maintenance of a piston rod stuffing box on a large, slow speed diesel engine it is
usual to measure the butt gaps between the sealing ring and scraper ring segments.
What would be the effect of these gaps being too small?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
If the gaps are too small they could close due to the radial wear of the rings before the
next scheduled overhaul preventing the rings from contacting the piston rod and sealing
it.

Question asked (dC3lwNqM):

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The holding down arrangement for a large 2-stroke diesel engine consists of steel chocks
and hydraulically tightened holding down bolts. When carrying out routine maintenance of
the arrangement which method, from those given in the options, should be adopted to
check that it is in good order.
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Check the hydraulic release pressure for the holding down bolts.

Question asked (UDeRlblp):

The Ziegler-Nichols method is used in control engineering when setting up the system.
Which of the system components given in the options would this method be applied to
during initial set up?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
PID controller for tuning.

Question asked (F0BLpxZG):

A power card taken from a diesel engine cylinder using a mechanical indicator has a flat
top. Which of the possible actions given in the options is most likely to correct this
irregularity on the power card?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Change the indicator spring for one with a higher rating.

Question asked (chJnLaF$):

With the set point at the actual desired value, a temperature control system is giving an
unacceptably large offset (difference between set point and measured value) on high load
resulting in a low system temperature. Which of the actions given in the options should be
taken to reduce this effect and therefore achieve closer control of the temperature?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Reduce the width of the proportional band for the controller.

Question asked (ARRd5kuO):

Some large slow speed diesel engines have jack bolt arrangements for retaining the main
bearing top keep in place rather than the more conventional stud bolts. How does this
arrangement affect the maintenance and checking procedures for the tie rods on the
engine?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
The tie rods should be fully tensioned before the jacking bolts are loaded to avoid
overload of the bearing caps and frame structure.

Question asked (VshZM13B):

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A hydraulically operated exhaust valve on a large slow speed diesel engine has been
overhauled as part of the scheduled maintenance for the engine. During a test run of the
engine the valve is found to be slamming shut. Which of the adjustments given in the
options should be carried out to correct this condition?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
The throttle valve on the hydraulic system should be closed in.

Question asked (W3o76vbC):

The refrigeration system for the ships provisions consists of a number of cold rooms
served by a central refrigeration system. The evaporator coils for the vegetable room are
found to be frosting up even though the room is down to temperature and the liquid line
valve has closed. Select, from the options given, the automatic control component which
is likely to be malfunctioning and so cause this condition.
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Back pressure control valve.

Question asked (jfEY4OJt):

Which of the methods given in the options should be used as part of the check of the
accuracy of a liquid filled thermometer used in the cold rooms of the ships provisions
stores?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
Immerse the thermometer in a mixture of distilled water and ice made from distilled water
to check the zero reading.

Question asked (cKoyfksQ):

Which of the methods given in the options will give the most accurate test of the accuracy
of a bourdon tube type pressure gauge with a range of 0 to 20 bar?
Selected answer (score 0):
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Correct answer:
Check the gauge on a deadweight tester.

Question asked (CGxjzOlz):

A ship has an electrical system rated at 690 Volts. Which voltage level is this?
Selected answer (score 0):
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Correct answer:
Low voltage.

Question asked (AsP4yGgP):

What would the Master require of the Chief Officer?
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Correct answer:
The Master would required the Chief Officer to organize a lifeboat drill

Question asked (SHbOzIFq):

What would be the correct method to report to other ships in the vicinity that a person has
fallen overboard from your vessel?
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
"Vessel "name" has lost a person overboard in "position….."

Question asked (b9xyiWzM):

Why is working at height on a moving vessel more risky than working at height ashore?
Select the best option.
Selected answer (score 0):
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Correct answer:
The vessel may be moving which causes extra loads on a person.

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