PPSC PCS 2020 · Question 24 of 95

Winter Diesel is a specialized fuel that was introduced by Indian Oil Corporation. Choose the incorrect statement about Winter Diesel:

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AIt contains additives to maintain lower viscosity so that it can be used in temperatures as low as -30°C.
BIt has lower cetane rating for high performance of engines.Correct
CIt has low Sulphur content to ensure lesser deposition in engines.
DIt is highly suitable for high altitude and low-temperature regions such as Ladakh, where ordinary diesel can become unusable.

Answer: B. It has lower cetane rating for high performance of engines.

Statement (b) is incorrect: winter diesel has a higher cetane rating for better cold-weather engine performance.

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PPSC PCS 2020 · Question 24 of 95

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AIt contains additives to maintain lower viscosity so that it can be used in temperatures as low as -30°C.
BIt has lower cetane rating for high performance of engines.Correct
CIt has low Sulphur content to ensure lesser deposition in engines.
DIt is highly suitable for high altitude and low-temperature regions such as Ladakh, where ordinary diesel can become unusable.

Statement (b) is incorrect: winter diesel has a higher cetane rating for better cold-weather engine performance.

Source: https://cdn.mindspritesolutions.com/examrace/SPSC/Punjab-PSC/Punjab-PSC-Past-Papers/Punjab-Civil-Service-2020-Official-Paper-1-Part-1.pdf

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