How do you define diesel engine breathing efficiency?

A. Total volume of exhaust gases as a percentage of engine displacement.
B. Ratio of the maximum compression pressure to maximum cylinder pressure expressed as a percentage.
C. Total air volume required to maintain any given engine RPM.
D. Actual volume of air taken in during the intake stroke versus cylinder swept volume.


Answer: D

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