In an ordinary chemical plant, electrical installation cost may be about (A) 10-15% of purchased equipment cost
(B) 3-10% of fixed capital investment
(C) Either (A) or (B)
(D) Neither (A) nor (B)

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Answer :

(C) Either (A) or (B)

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