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Pascal's law states that the pressure at a point in a fluid at rest is:

1. Greater in the vertical direction
2. Zero at the bottom
3. The same in all directions
4. Proportional to velocity

Answer

C. The same in all directions

Solution

Pressure in a static fluid is isotropic. It also implies pressure applied to an enclosed fluid is transmitted undiminished (hydraulic press).

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