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PHY 101 Last Min Prep Objective Question

Question

Small force implies pressure
Options
A small
B large
C unchanged
D either small or large
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Pressure = Force/Area. A small force can produce large pressure if applied over a very small area, or small pressure if applied over a large area. So pressure can be either small or large depending on the area.

Hint

Pressure depends on both force and area.

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