What is the co-efficient of contraction, if a fluid jet discharging from a
50 mm diameter orifice has a 40 mm diameter at its vena-contracta?
(A) 0.64
(B) 1.65
(C) 0.32
(D) 0.94

1 Answer

Answer :

(A) 0.64

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