Reciprocating pumps are not able to compete with the centrifugal pump for industrial use, mainly because these pumps have

higher capital &maintenance cost.

Reciprocating pumps are not able to compete with the centrifugal pump

1.	Reciprocating pumps are not able to compete with the centrifugal pump for industrial use, mainly because these pumps have
A.	very low speeds.
B.	smaller discharge.
C.	higher capital &maintenance cost.
D.	high vibrations.
Answer» D. high vibrations.

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