Question

Select the correct relation(s) for pressure.

• A. Pressure is inversely proportional to force applied.
• B. Pressure is directly proportional to force applied.
• C. Pressure is inversely proportional to the area.
• D. Pressure is directly proportional to the area.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

The correct options are
B

Pressure is directly proportional to force applied.

C

Pressure is inversely proportional to the area.

Pressure is defined as the force acting on a unit area. This means that pressure is directly proportional to the force applied and inversely proportional to the area. As force increases, pressure increases. As area increases, pressure decreases.