A force of 72 N is applied to an area of 610 cm2. Calculate the pressure in N/m2. Give your answer to the nearest integer.

Rnorris asked May 25, 2022

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A force of 72 N is applied to an area of 610 cm2.

Calculate the pressure in N/m2.
Give your answer to the nearest integer.

Rnorris asked May 25, 2022

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

pressure = force/ area

P=F/A

610
cm^(2) ≈ 6.10
m^(2)

P= 72N/6.10m²

P= 11.8 N m²

11.8 ≈ 12

∴ P= 12 N m²

Laramichaels answered May 31, 2022

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