A force of 30 Newtons is applied to an area of 5 square meters. What is the pressure exerted?
- A.150 Pa
- B.6 Pa
- C.25 Pa
- D.35 Pa
Show answer & rationale
Correct answer
B. 6 Pa
Rationale
B is correct: Pressure = Force ÷ Area = 30 N ÷ 5 m² = 6 Pascals (Pa). A is incorrect: 150 Pa = 30 × 5, which multiplies rather than divides. C is incorrect: 25 Pa = 30 − 5, which incorrectly subtracts. D is incorrect: 35 Pa = 30 + 5, which incorrectly adds.
Key concepts
Pressure formulaPhysics basicsForce and area