FIGURE 15-1
-Each of the three containers shown in Figure 15-1 weighs the same amount and is filled with water to the same level. All three have the same surface area in contact with the table. Which of the following statements are true?
I. The pressure at the bottom surface of the container is the same for all three containers.
II. The force exerted by the water on the bottom surface of the container is the same
For all three containers.
III. The force exerted by the container on the table is the same for all three containers.
A) Statements I, II, and III are true.
B) Only Statements I and II are true.
C) Only Statements II and III are true.
D) Only Statements I and III are true.
E) None of the statements are true.
Correct Answer:
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