Question

Dickens formula predicts maximum flood discharge, $Q$, in terms of the area, $A$, and the coefficient, $c$, as $Q=c{A}^n$. The value of $n$ is

• A. 0.25
• B. 0.50
• C. 0.67
• D. 0.75

Answer 1

The correct option is D 0.75

Dickens formula

$Q_p=C_D{A}^{3/4}$

$\text{Hence,}n=\frac{3}{4}=0.75$