Pressure under a solid

1 mark · Easy

Which of these objects would exert the greatest pressure on a soft surface if the force is 350 N for each case?

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Correct option: A 0.2 m² boot

Common mistakes: Choosing the option with largest area.

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B1 · 1 mark · Correct option selected: A 0.2 m² boot

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Pressure is greatest when area is smallest. 0.2 m² is the smallest area option.