A man exerts a pressure of 14Pa by applying a force of 70N on a box. Calculate the area over which the force is applied.

As we know that Pressure exted on Solids = Force Applied / Area of the Solid

So: 14 = 70/A

Area = 70/14 = 5 Sqr. Mtrs.

Ans: 5 Sqr. Mtrs.