In a shell and tube heat exchanger, the outlet temperature of heating/cooling fluid is the _____________ variable?
Correct answer: B. Controlled
- A. Load
- B. Controlled
- C. Manipulated
- D. None of these
Explanation
The outlet temperature is the process quantity whose value is measured and maintained by the controller, so it is the controlled variable. Flow rate or valve position is typically manipulated to regulate it.
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