Which effect occurs when an external combustion engine's condenser pressure rises above design limits?

💡 Explanation

Reduced cycle thermal efficiency occurs because increased condenser pressure elevates the low-temperature reservoir in the Rankine cycle; therefore, the temperature difference between hot and cold reservoirs decreases, restricting the Carnot efficiency, rather than increasing total work output.

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