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A force of 100 N is applied to an object with an area of 50 cm². Calculate the pressure.

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To calculate the pressure, we can use the formula:

Pressure = Force / Area

Given that the force is 100 N and the area is 50 cm², we need to ensure that the units are consistent. Since the area is given in cm², we need to convert it to m² to match the unit of the force (Newtons).

1 cm² = 0.0001 m² (since 1 meter = 100 centimeters)

Therefore, the area in m² is:

50 cm² * 0.0001 m²/cm² = 0.005 m²

Now we can calculate the pressure:

Pressure = 100 N / 0.005 m² = 20,000 N/m²

Therefore, the pressure exerted on the object is 20,000 N/m² or 20,000 Pascal (Pa).
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