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The purpose of surge tank in a pipe line is to

[A].	Smoothen the flow of water	[B].	Minimise friction losses in pipe
[C].	Prevent occurrence of hydraulic jump	[D].	To relieve the pressure due to water hammer
[E].	To maintain the flow of water under emergency conditions

Answer: Option D