PHYSICS

JAMB 2010 - Question 12

Physics 2010 JAMB Past Questions - Question 12: In a hydraulic press, the pump piston exerts a pressure of 100 Pa on the liquid. What force is exerted in the second piston of cross-sectional area 3 m²?

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In a hydraulic press, the pump piston exerts a pressure of 100 Pa on the liquid. What force is exerted in the second piston of cross-sectional area 3 m²?
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Correct Answer

D

Explanation

f/a = F/A = 100 = F/3Therefore F 300N