The total head of a liquid particle in motion is equal to
Pressure head + kinetic head + potential head
Pressure head - (kinetic head + potential head)
Potential head - (pressure head + kinetic head)
Kinetic head - (pressure head + potential head)
Correct Answer :
A. Pressure head + kinetic head + potential head
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