Which of the Following Statements About Pascal's Principle Is True

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about Pascal's principle is true?

• A)It is valid only for incompressible fluids
• B)It explains why light objects float
• C)It explains why the pressure is greater at the bottom of a lake than at the surface
• D)It is valid only for objects that are less dense than water
• E)None of the above is true

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