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A liquid in a container exerts equal pressure in all directions on the bottom of the container, on its walls and even upwards.

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To determine whether the statement "A liquid in a container exerts equal pressure in all directions on the bottom of the container, on its walls, and even upwards" is true or false, we can analyze the behavior of liquids under pressure. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Pressure in Fluids**: - Pressure in a fluid at rest is defined as the force exerted per unit area. It is given by the formula: \[ P = \frac{F}{A} ...
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