A force of 5N is applied on a body over a surface area of 5 m2. Calculate the pressure applied on the surface.
A
1Pa
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B
5Pa
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C
3Pa
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D
2Pa
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Solution
The correct option is A1Pa Given:
Force on the body F=5N
Surface area of the body A=5m2
Now, pressure applied on the body P=FA P=55=1Nm−2=1Pa
Therefore, the pressure applied is 1 Pa.