Supercharging is the process of  a. supplying the engine with air at a density greater than the density of the surrounding atmosphere  b. providing forced cooling air  c. injecting excess fuel   d. raising the exhaust pressure  

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ANSWER  a. supplying the engine with air at a density greater than the density of the surrounding atmosphere

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