Which ONE of the following statements is INCORRECT?
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- Conductor is the outer casing of a well
- Riser is used for transporting fluid
- Conductor and riser have the same functions
- Conductor is used for shielding the well flow lines from external forces
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Step 1: The conductor is the outer casing of a well, and it is used to protect the well from external pressures.
Step 2: The riser transports the fluids between the seabed and the platform.
Step 3: The conductor and riser have different functions. The conductor is related to well casing, while the riser is for fluid transportation.
Step 4: Therefore, the statement in option (C) is incorrect.
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