Multistream multitrajectory rotary sprinklers:

• A. Have a higher precipitation rate than traditional fixed spray nozzles
• B. Cannot be used in landscapes with uneven terrain
• C. Can replace fixed-spray nozzles and have lower precipitation rate
• D. Require more energy to operate than rotors

Answer: (C)

Multistream multitrajectory rotary sprinklers are designed to replace fixed-spray nozzles by delivering water through multiple low-flow streams that rotate and can be aimed at different trajectories. This setup provides more uniform coverage over a given area while applying water at a lower precipitation rate than traditional fixed spray heads. That lower rate helps water infiltrate rather than run off, which is especially beneficial on slopes or with soils prone to runoff, and it allows the same sprinkler to cover irregular shapes more effectively. Because of these characteristics, they can substitute fixed-spray nozzles without increasing overall water delivery; they don’t inherently use more energy than other rotors.