Question 1302Deck General70% to pass
Which characteristic is an advantage of a butterfly valve as compared to a gate valve?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) Quick operation.
Butterfly valves offer the advantage of quicker operation compared to gate valves. Butterfly valves use a rotary motion to open and close, which allows for faster actuation and response times. This makes them well-suited for applications that require rapid control of flow, such as emergency shut-off systems. In contrast, gate valves use a linear motion to open and close, which generally takes more time.
The other answer choices are not the main advantages of a butterfly valve over a gate valve. While butterfly valves may require less maintenance and offer lower flow resistance when open, the key benefit is the quick operation provided by the rotary design.
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