Question

The surface area of the base of a bricky
is 100 cm2. The surface area of the base of
the brick Y is 250 cm. Each brick weighs
100 N. Which of the following is correct if
P1 and P2 are the pressures exerted by
the bricks X and Y respectively?
(A) PA = P2 (B] P, > P2
(C) PA < P2 (D) P = P2 = 0. its answer is b option . please explain​

Answer 1

Answer:

P1 > P2 B.

Explanation:

It is very simple P = T/A If the contact area is greater , the pressure would be less whereas if the contact area is smaller the pressure would be more