Which of the following statements describes the purpose of the split inflatable seal installed aft of the primary seal assembly for the propeller shaft?

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To allow repair or replacement of the primary seal elements when the ship is waterborne.

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To serve as a seal when adding packing to the stuffing box.

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To eliminate leakage via the propeller shaft when the shaft is not rotating.

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To provide a ready means for the entry of cooling water.

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