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One student says that water exerts pressure on the bottom of the bucket but another student says that water exerts pressure on the sides of the bucket. What would you like to say ?

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To address the question about whether water exerts pressure on the bottom of the bucket or on the sides, we can analyze the situation step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Pressure**: Pressure is defined as the force exerted per unit area. The formula for pressure (P) is given by: \[ P = \frac{F}{A} \] ...
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