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Que. Out of the following four assumptions used in the derivation of the equation for LMTD given by below equation, which one is subject to the largest deviation in practice ?
a. Constant overall heat transfer co-efficient.
b. Constant rate of fluid flow.
c. Constant specific heat.
d. No partial phase change in the system.
Correct Answer:Constant rate of fluid flow.
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