Pipeline fluid flows are indicated below.Determine the maximum flow from Node 1 to Node 4.
A)200
B)300
C)600
D)700
E)None of the above

Question

Pipeline fluid flows are indicated below.Determine the maximum flow from Node 1 to Node 4. 
A)200 
B)300 
C)600 
D)700 
E)None of the above

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The maximum flow rate from Node 1 to Node 4 is limited by the lowest capacity segment in the path. 
- Segment 1-2 can handle a maximum flow of 300. 
- Segment 2-3 can handle a maximum flow of 600. 
- Segment 3-4 can handle a maximum flow of 600. 
Therefore, the maximum flow rate from Node 1 to Node 4 is 600, which is the capacity of the lowest capacity segment in the path (segment 1-2). Therefore, the correct answer is choice C) 600.

Pipeline Fluid Flows Are Indicated Below