The Pressure P Acting at a Point in a Liquid $k = 464$

question 4

Multiple Choice

The pressure P acting at a point in a liquid is directly proportional to the distance d from the surface of the liquid to the point. Express P as a function of d by means of a formula that involves a constant of proportionality k. In a certain oil tank, the pressure at a depth of 8 feet is 472. Find the value of k.

• A) \(k = 464\)
• B) \(k = 59\)
• C) \(k = 55\)
• D) \(k = 51\)
• E) \(k = 3,776\)

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