Question

What is the proses of applying method of characteristic known as?

(a) Unit process

(b) Numerical process

(c) Characteristics formulation

(d) Computation process

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Answer 1

The correct choice is (a) Unit process

Explanation: In order to design a supersonic nozzle, it is important to apply methods of characteristics which helps us in determining the flow properties. Solving the compatibility equation point by point along the characteristic line based on whether the internal or wall point is known as unit process.