Question

Pressure can be increased by increasing the area on which it is exerted.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

1. Pressure is defined as the thrust acting per unit area.
2. $Pressure=\frac{Thrust}{Area}$.
3. From the above relationship we can say that pressure is inversely proportional to the area of the cross-section.
4. With an increase in area, pressure will get decreased and vice versa.
5. For example, inserting a pointed nail in a wooden block is an easier task because the nail has a smaller area due to which it will experience more pressure even with the same force.

Hence, the given statement is false.