Steam Boilers, Engines, Nozzles and Turbines
The cylinder dimensions of a compound engine may be designed on the basis of

Equal power developed in each cylinder for uniform turning moment
Equal initial piston loads on all pistons for obtaining same size of piston rod, connecting rod etc. for all cylinders
All of these
Equal temperature drop in each cylinder for economy of steam

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Steam Boilers, Engines, Nozzles and Turbines
Which of the following statement is correct for a compound steam engine?

The cost of the engine, for the same power and economy, is more than that of a simple steam engine
The temperature range per cylinder is increased, with corresponding increase in condensation
The forces in the working parts are increased as the forces are distributed over more parts
The ratio of expansion is reduced, thus reducing the length of stroke

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