The NPT Thread Is a Tapered Thread with a Taper

question 17

Multiple Choice

The NPT thread is a tapered thread with a taper of ____ inch(es) per foot.

• A) 0.50
• B) 0.75
• C) 1.00
• D) 1.25

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