Mechanical Comprehension · Question 40

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Water flowing through a pipe that narrows will

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Correct answer to question 40 (Mechanical Comprehension): speed up as it passes through the narrow section

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The same volume must pass every second, so a smaller opening forces a higher speed. It is why a thumb over a hose nozzle makes the water shoot further.

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