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A centrifugal pump designed for handling water (μ = 1 cp) will deliver __________ when pumping a thicker oil (μ = 30 cp).

a.

less head & capacity

b.

more head

c.

more capacity

d.

less head & more capacity

Answer: (a).less head & capacity

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