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AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based 8.2 B Describe the Pressure Exerted By a Fluid Questions

Practise AP Physics 1 8.2.B by comparing water-column depth, total fluid weight and bottom pressure to decide what determines hydrostatic pressure.

Syllabus
Effective Fall 2024
Course
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based

Exam points

  • Compare equal-height water columns to distinguish total fluid weight from bottom pressure.
  • Use vertical fluid depth rather than container shape to identify the greatest bottom pressure.

AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based 8.2 B Describe the Pressure Exerted By a Fluid Questions question 1

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Compare the two columns of water pictured below. They have the same height. Which of the following statements compares the total weight and the pressure at the bottom of the columns?

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A

Weight and pressure are greater for the wider column.

B

Weight and pressure are the same for both.

C

Weight is greater for the wider column, while pressure is the same.

D

Weight is the same, while pressure is greater for the wider column.

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