Question

The Gate valves are made of _______ with brass mountings.

(a) Cement concrete

(b) Reinforced concrete

(c) Cast iron

(d) Galvanized iron

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Answer 1

Correct answer is (c) Cast iron

The explanation is: The Gate valves are made of cast iron with brass mountings. They are of two types, namely solid wedge type and double disk type.