Question 20 of 279 in Solids, Liquids and Gases

Pressure under a solid

1 mark · Easy

State the equation linking pressure, force, and area using standard symbols.

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p = F / A

Also accept: p=F/A; F = p × A (if rearranged but uses correct symbols)

Common mistakes: Writing wrong variables (e.g., m instead of F)

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B1 · 1 mark · Correct equation stated: p = F / A (or equivalent rearranged correctly).

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