The resultant of all normal pressures acts

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The resultant of all normal pressures acts

A. at e.g. of body

B. at center of pressure

C. vertically upwards

D. at metacentre

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

The resultant of all normal pressures in a fluid acts at the center of pressure. The center of pressure is the point where the total force due to fluid pressure can be considered to act on a submerged surface. It is essential in the analysis of fluid forces on submerged surfaces.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option B: at center of pressure.

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Comments (2)

Shubhayan Barman:

2 years ago

right answer is option B
Megha Bisht:

6 years ago

The resultant of pressure forces act on Centre of pressure .
Why the ans is c.

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