Question

Centrifugal pumps have which of the following advantages?

1. Low initial cost
2. Compact, occupying less floor space
3. Easy handling of highly viscous fluids

• A. All of these
• B. iii only
• C. None of these
• D. i, iii

Answer 1

Answer:

A. All of these

Centrifugal pumps have the advantages of low initial cost compact size, and ability to handle highly viscous fluids. They offer a continuous and smooth discharge, handle large quantities of liquid, and can be used for large discharge through smaller heads.