Fuel Specifications Review and Revision Act

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According to the provisions, what is the maximum Reid vapor pressure allowed for unleaded premium gasoline fuel?

8 psi

9 psi (correct)

10 psi

There is no specified limit

By what year should unleaded gasoline fuel contain aromatics not exceeding 35% by volume and benzene not exceeding 2% by volume?

2004

2003 (correct)

2005

2002

What is the maximum sulfur concentration allowed for industrial diesel fuel 18 months after the Act's effectivity?

0.30% by weight (correct)

0.20% by weight

0.35% by weight

0.25% by weight

What is the minimum cetane index required for automotive diesel fuel 18 months after the Act's effectivity?

48 Signup and view all the answers

By what year should the sulfur content in automotive diesel fuel be reduced to 0.05% by weight?

2004 Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum anti-knock index (AKI) specified for unleaded premium gasoline fuel?

87.5 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of reviewing and revising the specifications of unleaded gasoline and automotive/industrial diesel fuels every two years?

To ensure compliance with emissions regulations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about fuel additives is correct according to the text?

Fuel additives must be approved and certified by the Department. Signup and view all the answers

What is the prohibition regarding leaded gasoline?

Introducing leaded gasoline into a vehicle designed for unleaded gasoline Signup and view all the answers

Which government agency is responsible for regulating the use of fuels and fuel additives?

The DOE, in coordination with the Department and the BPS Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of establishing the unleaded gasoline and diesel fuels as reference fuels?

To establish emission and testing procedures Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following regulated gases must not increase due to fuel additives?

Hydrocarbons Signup and view all the answers

What relevant information must a manufacturer, processor, or trader provide to the DOE prior to registering a fuel or additive?

The product identity and composition Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the registration of a fuel or additive with the DOE?

Listing all the competitors in the market Signup and view all the answers

What action is prohibited concerning leaded gasoline and engines after eighteen months from the enactment of the Act?

Introducing leaded gasoline into commerce Signup and view all the answers

What is the time limit set for existing vehicles to comply with the use of unleaded fuel after the enactment of the Act?

5 years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a parameter used to determine the potential health effects of fuel additives?

Recommended range of concentration Signup and view all the answers

What information does a manufacturer need to provide regarding an additive's detection for registration?

Description of the analytical technique Signup and view all the answers

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