Which of the following statements is TRUE for the relation

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Which of the following statements is TRUE for the relation between discharge velocity and seepage velocity?

1. Seepage velocity is always smaller than discharge velocity
2. Seepage velocity can never be smaller than discharge velocity
3. Seepage velocity is equal to the discharge velocity
4. No relation between seepage velocity and discharge velocity can be established

Correct Option: B

Seepage velocity,

V_s =	V
	n

n(porosity) is always less than 1
∴ V_s > V (always)