Question

A system has a pressure of 5 N/m2
If a force of 2000N is applied, what is the area that the force is applied to?
Give the units.

Answer 1

400 m2

Explanation:

Pressure = Force ÷ Area

5 N/m2 = 2000 N ÷ A

A = 2000 N ÷ 5

= 400 m2