Which of the following statements correctly describes the construction of the close coupled sanitary pump shown in the illustration? GS-0070

Correct Answer: Option C — The pump and motor have a common shaft.

Close-coupled pumps are designed with the impeller mounted directly onto the extended shaft of the electric motor. This configuration eliminates the need for a separate pump shaft, bearings, and flexible coupling, resulting in a compact, space-saving design that ensures precise alignment between the motor and the pump rotating element.