Question

pascal
13. Fig 3.35 shows a brick of weight 2 kgf and
dimensions 20 cm x 10 cm x 5 cm placed in
three different positions on the ground. Find the
pressure exerted by the brick in each case.
20 cm
10 cm
10 cm
5 cm
20 cm
10 cm
5 cm
20 cm
581
Fig. 3.35 Pressure exerted by a brick
placed in three different positions​

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

We know that P=AF​, here A=effective area

In first case , P=Amg​=0.1×0.22×10​=1000Pa

In second case , P=0.05×0.12×10​=4000Pa

In third case , P=0.05×0.22×10​=2000Pa