In distribution pipes, air valves are provided at (A) Lower points (B) Junction points (C) Higher points (D) Anywhere

In distribution pipes, air valves are provided at
(A) Lower points
(B) Junction points
(C) Higher points
(D) Anywhere
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(C) Higher points
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