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The approximate depth of an ocean is 270...

The approximate depth of an ocean is `2700m`. The compressibility of water is `45.4xx10^(-11)Pa^-1` and density of water is `10^3(kg)/(m^3)`. What fractional compression of water will be obtained at the bottom of the ocean?

A

`0.8 xx 10^(-2)`

B

`1.0 xx10^(-2)`

C

`1.2 xx 10^(-2)`

D

`1.4 xx 10^(-2)`

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C
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