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Using Q = 1.4 H5/2 (SI), what is the discharge over a 90° V-notch weir under a head of 0.25 m?
- 43.75 L/s
- 175.00 L/s
- 87.50 L/s
- 57.50 L/s
Answer
A. 43.75 L/s
Solution
Q = 1.4(0.25)2.5 = 0.04375 m3/s = 43.75 L/s.
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