Explain what the lift-to-drag ratio is

What will be an ideal response?


Lift-to-drag ratio is a ratio of the lift force to the drag force. The higher the lift-to-drag ratio, the more efficient the turbine blade is at converting wind energy into torque.

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____ ceilings provide space for recessed lighting, ducts, pipes, and other necessary conduits.

a.Concave b.Suspended c.Coffered d.Beam

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Describe the steps that should be performed prior to flashing the BCM.

What will be an ideal response?

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____________________ sheep are raised for their pelts, which have a fur-like quality.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What is the purpose of the discharge line thermostat?

A) To insure that the discharge air is always warm in the heating cycle B) To keep the discharge air from exceeding 200°F in the heating mode C) To shut off the compressor if the superheat gets too low D) To prevent the compressor from operating at temperatures that will cause oil breakdown and loss of lubrication

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