Refer to the drawing of a lube oil temperature control system and the associated pump/system operating curves (see figure below).
If the pump is initially operating at point B, how will the operating point change if the temperature controller setpoint is decreased by 10°F?
A. Operating point B will be located on curve 1 closer to point E.
B. Operating point B will be located on curve 1 closer to point D.
C. Operating point B will be located on curve 2 closer to point A.
D. Operating point B will be located on curve 2 closer to point C.
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Answer: D
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