What prevented the shear ram in the Deepwater Horizon BOP from completely stoppi

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What prevented the shear ram in the Deepwater Horizon BOP from completely stopping the uncontrolled upward flow of fluids in the annulus of the well? a. The blind shear ram did not activate b. Loss of electrical power c. Buckling of the drill pipe prevented a clean cut and seal by the shear ram d. none of the above Which of the following applies to casing in a well? a. Prevents aquifer contamination from hydrocarbon wells b. Usually less expensive than tubing c. Usually has a smaller diameter than drill pipe diameter d. none of the above Which of the following applies to a liner in a well? a. Extends to the surface like other casing b. More expensive to install than other casing c. Usually hung from another casing string d. none of the above Which of the following applies to perforations in a well: a. Extends through casing and cement into the formation b. Provides conduits in the casing and cement for the flow of oil and gas into the production tubing c. Pro

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(22) none of the above

(23) Usually has smaller diameter than drill pipe diameter

(24) none of the above

(25) Options a,b and c

(26) Packer

(27) none of the above

(28) Refining

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