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Q5. The main propulsion machinery of the vessel in which you are a Chief Engineer, suddenly fails while, the vessel was on full ahead, with the main electrical power, however, remaining intact. Under this scenario, explain systematically the following:

(a) The reasons which could have led to this failure. (5)

(b) The actions which you are required to take if:

(i) the weather is calm. (5)

(ii) the weather is heavy. (6)