Needle valves are used for fine flow control because _____.

a. the shape provides a gradual increase or decrease in the size of the valve opening
b. they are very inexpensive
c. they are made of stainless steel
d. they exhibit high head loss


a. the shape provides a gradual increase or decrease in the size of the valve opening

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