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Coefficient of velocity is defined as the ratio of

actual velocity of jet at vena contracta to the theoretical velocity
area of jet at vena contracta to the area of orifice
actual discharge through an orifice to the theoretical discharge
none of the above

Correct Answer: actual velocity of jet at vena contracta to the theoretical velocity

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