A-LevelPhysicsForces, density and pressure9702/12 · Oct/Nov 2015 · Q201 Mark

The diagram shows the cross-section of an Olympic-size swimming pool filled with water. It is not drawn to scale. The density of the water is 1000 kg m⁻³. [Figure showing cross-section of a swimming pool with water, points X and Y, and dimensions] What is the difference in pressure between X and Y?

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A0.35 kPa

B3.4 kPa

C21.3 kPa

D58.9 kPa

✓ Correct answer

B: 3.4 kPa

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Topic: Forces, density and pressure, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Physics, Oct/Nov 2015 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 20.

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