The mechanical efficiency of a particular centrifugal bilge pump is 92.5%. What is the smallest horsepower motor that can effectively operate this pump at a capacity of 100 gpm with a discharge head of 15 feet?
A
1/4 HP
B
1/2 HP
C
3/4 HP
D
1.0 HP
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Question 1 / 205eccef9dbacbc34ba4d45de2
Question 1 of 205eccef9dbacbc34ba4d45de2
The mechanical efficiency of a particular centrifugal bilge pump is 92.5%. What is the smallest horsepower motor that can effectively operate this pump at a capacity of 100 gpm with a discharge head of 15 feet?
The mechanical efficiency of a particular centrifugal bilge pump is 92.5%. What is the smallest horsepower motor that can effectively operate this pump at a capacity of 100 gpm with a discharge head of 15 feet?