Which of the following is the correct hydrometer reading equation?

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R = Cm Â± Rm â€“ Cd + CL

R = Rhâ€™ + Cm Â± CL â€“ Cd

R = Rh + Cm Â± Cd + CL

R = Rhâ€™ + cm + CL â€“ Cd

Correct Answer : R = Rhâ€™ + Cm Â± CL â€“ Cd

Explanation : According to the derived equation of hydrometer the equation is
R = Rh’ + Cm ± CL – Cd.

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