MCQ
Pressure is applied to an enclosed fluid. It is:
  • A
    Increased and applied to every part of the fluid.
  • B
    Diminished and transmitted to the walls of the container.
  • C
    Increased in proportion to the mass of the fluid and then transmitted.
  • Transmitted unchanged to every portion of the fluid and the walls of container.

Answer

Correct option: D.
Transmitted unchanged to every portion of the fluid and the walls of container.

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