If a pressure of 100 psi (689 kPis applied to a piston with a surface area of 3 square inches, what would be the resulting force?
A) 33.3 lb
B) 30 lb
C) 3 lb
D) 300 lb

Name: If a pressure of 100 psi (689 kPis applied to a piston with a surface area of 3 square inches, what would be the resulting force? A) 33.3 lb B) 30 lb C) 3 lb D) 300 lb
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The force exerted by a pressure on a surface is calculated by multiplying the pressure by the area. Here, 100 psi * 3 square inches = 300 pounds.

If a Pressure of 100 Psi (689 KPis Applied to a Piston