Water Flow in Pipe: Velocity & Height Calculation

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The discussion focuses on calculating the velocity and height of water discharging from a pipe. The water flows at a velocity of 5 m/s, and the correct answer for the velocity of water discharging from the pipe is option c (5). The height to which the water will rise is determined to be option d (13 meters). These calculations are essential for understanding fluid dynamics in practical applications.

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1. Water is flowing in a pipe at 5ms-1, the end of the pipe is held vertically and discharges into the atmosphere, the velocity of water discharging from the pipe is:
  • a=0.25
  • b=1.3
  • c=5
  • d=25
2. The water in the question above will rise to a height in metres of:
  • a=1.3
  • b=0.25
  • c=25
  • d=13
I will be grateful for any help with these 2 questions. Thank you
 
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