Which outcome occurs in a closed Rankine cycle when the turbine discharge pressure rises unexpectedly?

💡 Explanation

When turbine discharge pressure rises, the enthalpy drop across the turbine decreases because less energy is extracted from the steam, leading to lower net work output. Therefore, reduced thermal efficiency results, rather than increased pump work, superheated steam, or decreased cooling because those require other process changes.

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