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On what factor does the pressure exerted by water at the bottom of container depends?

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Inner surface of the column

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Height of the column

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Outer surface of the column

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Colour of the column

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Solution

The correct option is B
Height of the column

Pressure exerted by water at the bottom of container depends on the height of the column.

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