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The bulk modulus for an incompresssible...

The bulk modulus for an incompresssible liquid is

A

zero

B

unity

C

infinity

D

between 0 and 1

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The correct Answer is:
C
`B = -(Deltap)/(DeltaV//V)`
`DeltaV = O` for an incompressible liquid.
`:. B =oo`
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