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Which of the following conditions is taken into account in case of most economical circular channel section?

(a) Minimum wetted perimeter

(b) Minimum wetted area

(c) Maximum velocity

(d) Maximum depth

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Right answer is (c) Maximum velocity

Explanation: In case of a circular channel the depth continuously varies, hence the wetted area and wetted perimeter changes. Therefore the condition of maximum velocity is taken under consideration.

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