The simple Pitot tube measures the _______________ pressure?
Correct answer: C. Total
- A. static
- B. Dynamic
- C. Total
- D. None of these
Explanation
A simple Pitot tube brings the flowing fluid to rest at its opening, converting velocity pressure into stagnation pressure. Thus it measures total pressure, equal to static plus dynamic pressure.
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