Pipeline fluid flows are indicated below.Determine the maximum flow from Node 1 to Node 3.
A)100
B)400
C)500
D)700
E)None of the above

Question

Pipeline fluid flows are indicated below.Determine the maximum flow from Node 1 to Node 3. 
A)100 
B)400 
C)500 
D)700 
E)None of the above

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The maximum flow from Node 1 to Node 3 is limited by the pipe between Node 1 and Node 2, which has a capacity of 500. While the other pipes have capacities greater than 500, the flow is limited by the lowest-capacity pipe in the series. Therefore, the maximum flow from Node 1 to Node 3 is 500.

Pipeline Fluid Flows Are Indicated Below