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Calculate the mean hydraulic radius for a channel having 20m^2  cross sectional area and 50m of wetted perimeter.

(a) 0.4m

(b) 0.5m

(c) 0.6m

(d) 0.7m

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Correct option is (a) 0.4m

Easy explanation: Hydraulic Radius(R) = A/P

= 20/50

= 0.4m.

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