Physics · Pressure and Force
A rectangular wooden block has dimensions of 10 cm × 5 cm × 3 cm. This block is placed on the ground in three different positions. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the pressure exerted by the block on the ground?
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- 1The pressure exerted is the same irrespective of which face forms the base.
- 2The maximum pressure is exerted when the face with length and height forms the base.
- 3The maximum pressure is exerted when the face with breadth and height forms the base.✓
- 4The maximum pressure is exerted when the face with length and breadth forms the base.
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The maximum pressure is exerted when the face with breadth and height forms the base.
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