A pump discharges 500 l/s at a total head of 25m. The drive motor delivers 150 kW of power to the pump. At what efficiency is the pump operating?

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A pump discharges 500 l/s at a total head of 25m. The drive motor delivers 150 kW of power to the pump. At what
efficiency is the pump operating?
Transcribed Image Text:A pump discharges 500 l/s at a total head of 25m. The drive motor delivers 150 kW of power to the pump. At what efficiency is the pump operating?
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