Water pressure on a submerged object is greatest against its
A)top.
B)bottom.
C)sides.
D)same against all surfaces
E)none of the above

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According to Pascal's principle, the pressure at any point in a fluid at rest is the same in all directions. Therefore, the water pressure on a submerged object is the same on its top and sides. However, the pressure increases with depth, so the water pressure on the bottom surface of the object is greatest.

Water Pressure on a Submerged Object Is Greatest Against Its