Which of the following diesel engine operating conditions is more likely to result in cold sludging?
A) engine overspeed
B) high temperature operation
C) high load, lugdown
D) low load, low temperature operation

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Cold sludging in diesel engines is more likely to occur under conditions of low load and low temperature operation. This is because at low temperatures and loads, the engine does not reach optimal operating temperatures, leading to incomplete combustion of fuel. This incomplete combustion can cause the formation of sludge and other deposits.

Which of the Following Diesel Engine Operating Conditions Is More