An inverted U-tube manometer containing oil (SG = 0.80) is located between 2 tanks as shown. The carbon tetrachloride tank (SG = 1.51) on the left is closed and pressurized at 8 psig. The reservoir on the right contains water and is open to the atmosphere. Determine the water height, h in ft.

An inverted U-tube manometer containing oil (SG = 0.80) is located between 2 tanks as shown. The carbon tetrachloride tank (SG = 1.51) on the left is closed and pressurized at 8 psig. The reservoir on the right contains water and is open to the atmosphere. Determine the water height, h in ft.

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