Consider a Simple Ideal Rankine Cycle with Fixed Boiler and Condenser

Multiple Choice

Consider a simple ideal Rankine cycle with fixed boiler and condenser pressures and turbine inlet temperature. If the cycle is modified with ideal regeneration that involves one closed feed water heater, (select the correct statement per unit mass of steam flowing through the boiler)

A) the turbine work output will increase.
B) the amount of heat rejected will increase.
C) the cycle thermal efficiency will decrease.
D) the quality of steam at turbine exit will decrease.
E) the amount of heat input will decrease.