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52.An ammonia compressor is driven by a 20-kW motor. The compressor and the motor rpm are 360 and 1750, respectively. The small sheave has a pitch diameter of 152.4 mm. If the belt to be used is standard C-120, determine the arc of contact? Note: L =122.9 inches.
A.148.2 degrees
B.158.2 degrees
C.128.2 degrees
D.138.2 degrees
Note: The correct answer is be '138.2' degrees, please justify.

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