A-LevelPhysicsForces, density and pressure9702/12 · May/June 2021 · Q141 Mark

Each foot of an elephant has a circular cross-section with a circumference of 1.4 m. The elephant has a mass of 5400 kg. The elephant is standing still with all four feet on the ground. Assume the pressure under each foot is the same. What is the approximate pressure exerted on the ground by each of the elephant's feet?

A8.7 kPa

B35 kPa

C85 kPa

D340 kPa

✓ Correct answer

C: 85 kPa

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Topic: Forces, density and pressure, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Physics, May/June 2021 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 14.

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