In an extended surface heat exchanger, fluid having lower co-efficient

(A) Flows through the tube

(B) Flows outside the tubes

(C) Can flow either inside or outside the tubes

(D) Should not be used as it gives very high pressure drop

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Answer :

(B) Flows outside the tubes


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