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PHY 101 Physical Quantities, Units, and Dimensions Objective Question
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The dimensions of pressure are the same as the dimensions of
Options
A Force × Area
B Force / Area
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C Energy × Volume
D Momentum × Time
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Pressure is defined as force per unit area (P = F/A). Therefore, its dimensions are the dimensions of force (MLT⁻²) divided by the dimensions of area (L²), resulting in ML⁻¹T⁻².

Hint

Recall the definition of pressure. How is it related to force and area?

Question Info

Course: PHY 101
Topic: Physical Quantities, Units, and Dimensions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 677 of 1250
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