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In case of turbulent flow of a Newtonion fluid in a straight pipe, the maximum velocity is equal to (where, Vavg = average fluid velocity)

a.

Vavg

b.

1.2 Vavg

c.

1.5 Vavg

d.

1.8 Vavg

Answer: (b).1.2 Vavg

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