Reciprocating pumps compared to centrifugal pumps (A) Deliver liquid at uniform pressure (B) Can handle slurries more efficiently (C) Are not subject to air binding (D) Can be operated with delivery valve closed

Reciprocating pumps compared to centrifugal pumps
(A) Deliver liquid at uniform pressure
(B) Can handle slurries more efficiently
(C) Are not subject to air binding
(D) Can be operated with delivery valve closed
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(C) Are not subject to air binding
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