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gonzo233

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A gauge in a hydronic system reads 12 psi. What is the equivalent head pressure in feet of water?
 
  a. 27.7 feet
  b. 5.2 feet
  c. 51.6 feet
  d. 48 feet

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A given weight of water can carry more heat than the same weight of air because _____.
 
  a. water is heavier than air
  b. water has a greater specific heat
  c. air has a greater pressure drop
  d. water has less friction within piping


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Eazy416

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

b


gonzo233

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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