Mechanical Engineering > GATE 2024 > Rankine Cycle
Which one of the following statements regarding a Rankine cycle is FALSE?
A
Superheating the steam in the boiler increases the cycle efficiency.
B
The pressure at the turbine outlet depends on the condenser temperature.
C
Cycle efficiency increases as condenser pressure decreases.
D
Cycle efficiency increases as boiler pressure decreases.

Correct : d

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