Question

A Brick of dimensions 30 cm x 20 cm x 10 cm applies a force of 5 N
when placed on a surface. Calculate the pressure exerted by the brick,
when it is placed,
(i) in vertical position.
(ii) in horizontal position with widest part as its base.


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Answer 1

We know that P=  

A

F

​

, here A=effective area  

In first case , P=  

A

mg

​

=  

0.1×0.2

2×10

​

=1000Pa

In second case , P=  

0.05×0.1

2×10

​

=4000Pa

In third case , P=  

0.05×0.2

2×10

​

=2000Pa