While underway on a steam ship, the engineer on watch reports a loss of oil flow in the oil head tank bull's eye. Which of the following should be done?

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Steps should be taken to immediately stop the shaft.

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The boiler auxiliary feed valve should be opened.

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The lube oil head tank vent should be checked to ensure clear.

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Nothing as oil overflowing in this glass is not normal.

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