A regenerative steam cycle renders

[A]. increased work output per unit mass of steam
[B]. decreased work output per unit mass of steam
[C]. increased thermal efficiency
[D]. decreased work output per unit mass of steam as well as increased thermal efficiency
✅ The correct answer is option D.

In a ventilated disc brake,

[A]. a duct directs air towards the caliper for cooling while the vehicle is moving
[B]. caliper is covered with cooling fins
[C]. disc contains many small holes for optimum cooling performance
[D]. disc contains radial vanes between its rubbing surfaces for optimum cooling performance
✅ The correct answer is option D.

Which of the following statement is wrong?

[A]. In a two stage reciprocating air compressor with complete intercooling, maximum work is saved.
[B]. The minimum work required for a two stage reciprocating air compressor is double the work required for each stage.
[C]. The ratio of the volume of free air delivery per stroke to the swept volume of the piston is called volumetric efficiency.
[D]. none of the above
✅ The correct answer is option D.