Question: Q1 A rectangular metal plate divides a container into two parts, Figure 1. The dimensions of the container are 2m(W) x 2m(D) x 10m(L).

Q1 A rectangular metal plate divides a container into two parts, Figure

Q1 A rectangular metal plate divides a container into two parts, Figure 1. The dimensions of the container are 2m(W) x 2m(D) x 10m(L). The plate is tightly fit in the container such that both parts can be used to store different fluids. The left/smaller part of the container is filled with water while the right one is empty. What is the force being exerted by the water on the plate? Water Empty 2m 3m 7m Figure 1 Density of water, p = 1000 kg/m and g = 9.8 m/s

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