Question

What is the pressure of a 300 lb. object on a 100 sq. in. area?
O
30,000 psi
O
3,000 psi
O 300 psi
O 3 psi

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 3 psi

Explanation:

Pressure is defined as force acting per unit area and is numerically expressed as:

$P= \frac {F}{A}$

where P represent pressure, F is force and A is area where the force acts. Substituting 300 lb for force and 100 sq.in for area then pressure,

$P=\frac {300 lb}{100 in^{2}}= 3 \ psi$

Therefore, from the choices given, option D, 3psi is the right choice.