3.1.13 - Pipe Fittings (Elbows, Tees, Couplings)
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of an elbow fitting?
💡 Hint: Think about how pipes might need to turn.
Name a common application for a tee fitting.
💡 Hint: Consider how multiple sinks or toilets connect.
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What is the function of a tee in plumbing?
💡 Hint: Think about how multiple sinks or fixtures are connected.
True or False: Couplings are only used in long straight pipes.
💡 Hint: Consider where couplings might be needed in a system.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a plumbing system for a small cafe that accommodates two sinks, a dishwasher, and a toilet. Detail how elbows, tees, and couplings would be utilized.
💡 Hint: Consider space and functionality while creating the design.
Analyze the impact of having too many elbows in a plumbing design. How might it affect water pressure and flow efficiency?
💡 Hint: Think about how changing directions might slow down the flow.
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