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When the velocity distribution is uniform over the cross-section, the correction factor for momentum is

A. 0

B. 1

C. $$\frac{4}{3}$$

D. 2

Answer: Option B


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  1. Deepak Verma
    Deepak Verma :
    3 years ago

    correction factors only applied where the velocity distribution in Non uniform. CF values as 2 and 1.33 are calculated for steady flow condition because the velocity distribution is varying with depth.

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