Which one of the following statements concerning a completely enclosed fluid is true?
A)Any change in the applied pressure of the fluid produces a change in pressure that depends on direction.
B)The pressure at all points within the fluid is independent of any pressure applied to it.
C)Any change in applied pressure produces an equal change in pressure at all points within the fluid.
D)An increase in pressure in one part of the fluid results in an equal decrease in pressure in another part.
E)The pressure in the fluid is the same at all points within the fluid.

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This statement is true according to Pascal's principle, which states that a change in pressure applied to an enclosed fluid is transmitted undiminished to every portion of the fluid and to the walls of its container.

Which One of the Following Statements Concerning a Completely Enclosed