The Purpose of Differential Pressure Bypass Valves (DPBV) Is to ____

question 14

Multiple Choice

The purpose of differential pressure bypass valves (DPBV) is to ____ the differential pressure imposed on the distribution system by a fixed-speed circulator as the system flow rate decreases due to closing zone valves.

• A) accelerate
• B) equalize
• C) limit
• D) increase

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Definitions:

Units of Production

A depreciation method that allocates the original cost of an asset over its total estimated production capacity.

Direct Materials Cost Variance

The difference between the actual cost of direct materials used in production and the standard cost of those materials.

Direct Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual amount of direct materials used in production and the expected amount, based on standards, multiplied by the standard cost per unit.

Variable Costs

Expenses that fluctuate in direct proportion to the amount of production or sales, including items like labor and materials.