Converting Flowrate: Simple Homework Problem Solution

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To convert the flowrate of 150 N/s to mass flowrate, divide by the acceleration due to gravity (9.81 m/s²), resulting in a mass flowrate. Once the mass flowrate is determined, it can be related to velocity using the equation mass flowrate = density × velocity × area. Given that density and area are known, velocity can be calculated from this relationship. The approach is confirmed as correct by other participants in the discussion. This method effectively solves the initial problem of converting flowrate to velocity.
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I have a fluids problem, I will know how to solve it once I can convert the-Wflowrate = 150N/s, to velocity or even mass flowrate.




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As i was typing this question i think it came to me I was just drawing a blank but since the given is in N/s i can just divide the 150 by 9.81 to get mass flowrate correct? I then know I can set my mass flow rate=density*velocity*area (I know the density and area so I can solve for velocity). Someone please verify :)
 
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