ESCO Air Conditioning Practice Exam

The state of the refrigerant in the suction line should be

1. High pressure / High temperature vapor

2. High pressure / Low temperature liquid

3. Low pressure / High temperature vapor

4. Low pressure / Low temperature vapor

The correct answer is: High pressure / High temperature vapor

Refrigerant in the suction line should ideally be in a high pressure/high temperature vapor state. This is because the suction line is located between the evaporator and the compressor, where the refrigerant should have been vaporized by the evaporator and then compressed by the compressor. This ensures efficient transfer of heat and proper functioning of the refrigeration system. Option B is incorrect as having liquid refrigerant in the suction line can cause damage to the compressor. Option C is also incorrect as low pressure vapor can lead to poor cooling performance and freezing of the evaporator. Option D is incorrect as low pressure liquid in the suction line can cause issues with proper refrigerant flow. Therefore, the best option is A - high pressure/high temperature vapor.