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If the gauge pressure at a point well inside a liquid of density \(\rho\) in a tank is \(p\), then the depth of the point from the surface of the liquid is (atmospheric pressure is P)
If the gauge pressure at a point well inside a liquid of density \(\rho\) in a tank is \(p\), then the depth of the point from the surface of the liquid is (atmospheric pressure is P)
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"Gauge pressure" specifically ignores atmospheric pressure. Whenever you see "gauge pressure" in a fluid problem, simply use the formula \(p = h \rho g\).
Updated On: Apr 29, 2026
- \(\frac{P - p}{\rho g}\)
- \(\frac{P + p}{\rho g}\)
- \(\frac{P}{\rho g}\)
- \(\frac{p}{\rho g}\)
- \(\frac{p^2}{\rho g}\)
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The Correct Option is D
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