2. A hydroelectric plant has 20 MW generator with an efficiency of 96%. The generator is coupled to a turbine having an efficiency of 80%. The total gross head on the turbine is 150 m while the head loss due to friction is 4% of the gross head. Find the volumetric flow rate of water.

2. A hydroelectric plant has 20 MW generator with an efficiency of 96%. The generator is coupled to a turbine having an efficiency of 80%. The total gross head on the turbine is 150 m while the head loss due to friction is 4% of the gross head. Find the volumetric flow rate of water.

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due to friction is 4% of the gross head. Find the volumetric flow rate of water.

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