| What statement is true concerning the purpose of an independent main thrust bearing where used? |
| A) The main purpose of the main thrust bearing is to absorb axial thrust and to transmit the axial thrust developed by the propeller to the ship's hull. |
| B) The main purpose of the main thrust bearing is to absorb axial thrust and maintain the shaft in proper axial alignment. |
| C) The main purpose of the main thrust bearing is to absorb radial thrust and maintain the shaft in proper radial alignment. |
| D) The main purpose of the main thrust bearing is to absorb radial thrust and to transmit the radial thrust developed by the propeller to the ship's hull. |
