Basic Enlisted Submarine School (BESS) Test 2 Practice

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• Which hydraulic system type provides hydraulics within the pressure hull and operates ship's fair water/bow planes, serving as backup to steering and diving hydraulic system?
• The LPAC's normal supply goes to which air header?
• Which directive ensures there is one standing part of each line to the pier?
• In the Main Condenser, what runs through U-tubes?
• FCLL contains which compartments?
• What is the Safety Track in this system?
• The directive "Surge Line ___" requires you to:
• Where is the Trim Pump located?
• FCML contains which facilities?
• Which of the following is a synthetic line type?
• The Weapons Shipping Hatch is used for which activity?
• Hearing protection when venting air?
• What is the LPAC's output pressure?
• What is the function of the Screw?
• Which option describes a weapon malfunction where the firearm fails to feed a round from the magazine?
• Which rule emphasizes keeping attention on the line?
• The Non-Vital Bus powers what type of loads?
• What is the purpose of the Reduction Gears?
• What is the primary purpose of a safety harness?
• How many components make up the Trim Pump?
• Which term refers to a mooring system component that provides a rotating winch-like function?
• Which air bank is used for ships loads?
• Where are the air banks located?
• The directive "Heave Around on Line ___" requires you to:
• The Diesel Generator serves as what type of power source?
• The FWD Compartment is used for which purpose?
• In firearms malfunctions, which term describes a jam where the spent cartridge fails to eject properly, producing a stovepipe?
• The Secondary Propulsion Motor is commonly known as what?
• What is the purpose of shielding surrounding the nuclear reactor?
• What is another name for the propulsion turbine?
• Which best describes the Electrical System's role on the ship?
• Clearance is defined as which of the following?
• What unit does the Flow Meter display at the Ballast Control Panel?
• What is the capacity of Auxiliary Drain Pumps?
• Which term describes the maximum distance a weapon can shoot?
• Vent Valves are used to control air flow in which system?
• What is the role of the Main Feed Pump?
• The Main Ballasting System (MBS) is also used to perform which operation?
• Which seawater transfer directions are possible with the Trim System?
• What does Sanitary Tank #2 collect?
• How should personnel open high pressure valves in an air system?
• Anchor Chain: Which unit is used to measure chain length in the anchor system?
• Which range correctly matches the 9mm pistol's maximum effective range?
• What is the hinged fairing that covers the area atop the sail called?
• Vent Valves function in MBT by opening to vent air or closing to trap air in MBT.
• Which statement describes Condition 4 of Small Arms Weapon Conditions?
• What is the function of the Reactor Coolant Loop Isolation Valves?
• When the aft bilge collection tank is full, what happens to the waste oil?
• What is the recommended stance near a line when possible?
• What hazard can high pressure air pose?
• Which option represents a heavy-duty line construction?
• What is the primary function of the Main Ballasting System (MBS)?
• Handwheel Turns Per Fathom: How many turns of the handwheel equal one fathom of chain?
• What is the nickname for Small Cordage used in line construction?
• Flow Meter measures what?
• Hull and Backup Valves are set for which locations?
• Glass Reinforced Plastic is abbreviated as what?
• What is the maximum effective range of the M16 rifle?
• Primary Piping Header includes which features?
• Which action is prohibited when lines are under tension?
• Anchor System – Maximum Speed: What is the maximum speed?
• In a pier-side mooring, what is the primary function of breast lines?
• What are the two major electrical buses named on the ship?
• System Operation Step 1
• The deck Traveler attaches to which component?
• Which statement about the Aft Bilge Collection Tank is true?
• Which unit uses desiccant to remove the remaining moisture from the air?
• Which Tank collects waste water and oil from the bilges in the forward compartment?
• Which component is used to reduce drag by shaping the hull?
• What does "Take a Strain on Line ___" mean?
• Airbank #3: role?
• The Bridge Access Trunk provides passage between which two areas of the submarine?
• What term means the after part of a ship toward the stern?
• The steam generator provides steam to which system?
• The "Ease Line" instruction directs you to:
• After a load stops moving, what happens to the accumulator?
• Which statement describes Condition 3 of Small Arms Weapon Conditions?
• Which system is responsible for hydraulically operating the ship's rudder and stern planes?
• The directive "Hold Line ___" instructs you to:
• What is the function of a safety lanyard (Line)?
• Diesel Effect in air systems is best described as which of the following?
• When handling lines under tension, which practice is correct?
• Who schedules guided tours for visitors?
• The Low Pressure Blow System is described as which means of surfacing?
• What is the function of the Reactor Coolant Pumps?
• 700 psi air header: which statement is true?
• Which directive requires three parts of each mooring line to the pier?
• Which statement best defines deadly force?
• The Reactor Plant Control Panel (RPCP) is responsible for what?
• At what pressure do relief valves open?
• What does the Main Condensate Pump do?
• Ship's Physical Protection is designed to protect against which threats?
• What does the command 'Take in All Lines' instruct crew to do?
• During Repel Borders, which action is performed to secure access to the ship?
• What type of power is normally provided by the Ship's Service Motor Generator?
• Airbanks 1,2,3,4, and 5: what do they do?
• Compared to its maximum range, the 9mm pistol's maximum effective range is:
• What is the primary function of the Electric Plant Control Panel?
• Capstan System is characterized by which power source?
• Anchor System – Chain: What is the maximum fathoms out?
• What is the function of the clutch in the propulsion system?
• Which statement correctly describes Condition 1?
• Confidential classification means which of the following?
• The Main Storage Battery charges from and discharges to which device?
• Which type of pump is used for ship's service and steering and diving hydraulics?
• Which is a type of line construction?
• Which type of security breach occurs inside the ship?
• What is the line equal distance from the sides of the ship called?
• What is the rate of fire classification for the 9mm pistol?
• EMBT Blow Control Valves: what do they do?
• Which term describes the range at which a weapon can reliably engage targets?
• Which system compresses ambient air from the ship to 4500 psi using a four-stage compressor?
• Drain pumps 1-3 are located in which compartment, and to which tank do they pump water?
• The Main Ballast Tank is always either full or empty. Which abbreviation is used for this tank?
• Which process in the nuclear reactor produces heat?
• Which of the following is a natural fiber line?
• What components comprise the hydraulic ram?
• Which feature provides radiation shielding on the secondary side?
• Camels function in mooring is to do what?
• Which statement best describes the condition under which deadly force is justified?
• Level 2 security is described as which of the following?
• Which firearm is described as having a caliber of 5.56 MM?
• Which component is described as the tank of water surrounding the reactor?
• Which tank receives oil from the aft bilge collection tank?
• Secret classification means which of the following?
• External Hydraulics are defined as hydraulically operated components where?
• Auxiliary Tanks 1 and 2 are located where?
• Emergency Propulsion Motor (EPM) provides what?
• What does a hydraulic pump do in the hydraulic system?
• What does the directive "Avast Heaving" mean?
• Which panel has hand wheels that control the throttle valves?
• What is the purpose of the Fiber Filled Life Jacket (KAPOC)?
• What is the primary use of the Secondary Propulsion Motor?
• In normal operation with no load, how does oil circulate when accumulators are full?
• How is the Primary Piping Header described?
• What energy form does the SSTG generate from steam?
• Actuating Air Flask (Captain's Air Flask): role?
• What caliber is used by the M16 rifle?
• Which area is designed to fill with water when submerged?
• Which of the following is listed as one of the Three Mooring Arrangements?
• How many stages does the Drain Pump have?
• Which tanks are the only 'Hard Tanks' in the Trim System?
• Parted Concept: What is the term for a line that has separated due to tension?
• Which range correctly matches the 9mm pistol's maximum range?
• Which system is defined as hydraulically operated components outside the pressure hull?
• What does the Waste Oil Collection Tank receive oil from?
• Secondary Piping Headers do what?
• Where is Forward Trim located?
• Top Secret classification denotes information whose unauthorized disclosure could...
• Which system moves the ship through the water?
• Which item is part of a mooring system?
• Night Rider components consist of which arrangement on the mooring lines?
• What is the max effective range of the 12 gauge shotgun?
• Which command among the following stops all heaving actions?
• What does the Low Pressure Air Dryer (LPAD) do?
• What term refers to the propeller?
• Which component stores high pressure air?
• What is the function of the Cascade Orifice Restrictive Device (C.O.R.D.)?
• Who must grant permission for visitors and who schedules guided tours?
• What do Secondary Piping Headers do?
• Which option matches the directive "Take Line ___ to the Capstan"?
• Aft Trim is used to supply water to what?
• Which statement correctly describes the Deck Traveler?
• Forward Trim is pressurized to supply which two types of water?
• Where are external hydraulic pumps located?
• Which option is a form of line construction type?
• Which structure's primary function is to produce a smooth outline and to reduce hydrodynamic resistance?
• What is the relationship described by hydraulic theory?
• FCUL contains which systems and staterooms?
• Which device controls the primary plant operations?
• What does SSTG stand for and what does it do?
• Which component reduces the pressure of compressed air to a specific, lower pressure?
• In the pressurizer, how is system pressure increased?
• Parted Line: What is a parted line?
• What is the LPAD made from?
• Which tank receives waste water from the forward bilge collection tank?
• What term means the forward part of a ship toward the bow?
• High Pressure Air System: function?
• How many air banks are installed on the system?
• Auxiliary Tanks 3 and 4 are located where?
• What does 'Cast Off All Lines' instruct to do?
• In mooring operations, which action is described by the "Slack Line" instruction?
• What does "Send Over the Lines" instruct you to do?
• Safety Precautions (Surfacing): risk?
• What is Forward Trim always pressurized to supply?
• Ship's Service Hydraulics also provide backup to which system?
• Line handling is used to do what?
• EMBT Blow Valves: function?
• What are the design goals of the two distribution header sets?
• What is the primary function of accumulators in the ship's hydraulic system?
• Which hull feature is the hinged fairing that covers the area atop the sail?
• Which components control the direction and speed of the Main Engines?
• Hull and Backup Valves are what type and used for what?
• In ship construction, what does the abbreviation GRP stand for?
• Which is a reason for using synthetic lines?
• Which device is used to manage line tension on deck?
• What are the two distribution header sets and what do they include?
• During Repel Borders protocol, which action occurs on the 1MC?
• 20 psi header: which statement is true?
• Spring lines are used to prevent which type of vessel movement?
• Which tank is the Main Ballast Tank and is always either full or empty?
• Which phrase describes the Bridge Access Trunk connection?
• The directive "Double Up Line ___" requires you to:
• The Vital Bus carries loads essential for what?
• Which instruction describes applying tension on a line using the capstan?
• The directive "Single Up Line ___" requires you to:
• Which safety rule applies when handling lines under tension?
• Which part collects condensate and serves as reservoir for condensate pump?
• Pascal's Law describes how pressure behaves in a liquid.
• What are the two main headers in each distribution header set?
• What is the Main Steam Cutout Valve used for?
• If a container is found left open, which action should you take?
• What is the maximum range of the M16 rifle?
• 125 psi header: which statement is true?
• What is the rate of fire classification for the M16 rifle?
• Area Specific Security Level 1 is defined as which of the following?
• Relief valves are used to prevent over pressurization of the system and damage to what component?
• Which component removes large amounts of oil and water vapor from the compressed air?
• Deadly force is justified under conditions of extreme necessity and as a last resort when all lesser means have failed or cannot be reasonably employed.
• What does the Main Engine do?
• What is the function of the Vent and Supply Tank?
• Snapback: What describes a snapback?
• The Ship's Service Motor Generator (SSMG) performs which power conversion?
• What is the purpose of Shaft Seals?
• The Secondary Plant uses steam to produce what?
• System Operation Step 2
• FCML includes which crew spaces?
• What is the primary purpose of hydraulic systems on a ship?
• Which component condenses steam back into water?
• Which air banks are reserved for the EMBT Blow System?
• The Night Rider mooring arrangement is used to keep the submarine attached to the pier in severe weather if other mooring lines part.
• FCUL houses which staterooms?
• In air system safety, which PPE is required when venting high-pressure air?
• What is the function of the Service Air System?
• Cavitation is noise created by the formation and collapse of what?
• Night Rider Location: Night Rider mooring lines are attached to which points on the submarine?
• What does the Thrust Bearing do?
• If you need to take slack out of the mooring line while avoiding strain, which directive applies?
• How are mooring lines numbered from forward to aft?
• Tension Indicator (Tattletale): What does tattletale indicate?
• Which component generates steam used in the secondary system?
• Which area is designed to fill with water when submerged?
• Surging Line: What characterizes a surging line?
• The FWD Compartment is used for which purposes?
• System Operation Step 3
• Where is the Drain Pump located?
• Which type of buckshot is specified for the 12 gauge shotgun?
• Which device removes remaining oil and dirt by passing the compressed air through a paper-like filter?
• What is the purpose of the Pressurizer?
• Which firearm is described as a 9mm pistol in the provided material?
• What is the function of the Hotwell?
• What is the Pump capacity at test depth?
• The Main Storage Battery primarily serves as what type of power source?
• If the forward bilge collection tank becomes full, where is the water moved next?
• The directive "Check Line ___" requires that you: