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Q8. (a) Explain various powers and efficiencies in the Propulsion plant of a ship (6)
(b) A vessel with a displacement of 12250 t burns 290 t of fuel while travelling at a speed of 15 knots on a voyage of 2850 nautical miles. On a voyage of 1800 nautical miles at a speed of 13 knots and a displacement of 14200 t, estimate the quantity of fuel that will be burnt. (10)