*/*_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 p

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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