Physics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2021 · Paper 11 · Question 14

Water of depth 9.0 cm is covered by oil of depth 5.0 cm in a measuring cylinder. The density of the water is 1000 kg m⁻³ and the density of the oil is 800 kg m⁻³. What is the total pressure exerted on the base of the measuring cylinder due to the oil and water?

1. A390 Pa
2. B880 Pa
3. C1200 Pa
4. D1300 Pa

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