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Question
A water tank has four taps fixed at points A, B, C, D as shown in the following figure. The water will flow out at the same pressure from taps at
Options
B and C
A and B
C and D
A and C
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Solution
B and C
Explanation:
Since, B and C are at the same level. So, the pressure will remain same at B and C.
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