If the compression ratio of a system with a reciprocating compressor decreases, the amount of refrigerant pumped by the compressor ____.
A) will increase
B) will decrease
C) will remain the same
D) cannot be determined

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A decrease in compression ratio generally means that the compressor can handle a larger volume of refrigerant, thus increasing the amount of refrigerant pumped.

If the Compression Ratio of a System with a Reciprocating