JAMB Physics 1995 Question 1

Question 1

Measurement and Units

Which of the following is the dimension of pressure?

  1. A.ML−1T−2
  2. B.MLT−2
  3. C.ML2T−3
  4. D.ML−3
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (ML−1T−2)

Explanation

Pressure = force/area = (MLT−2)/L2 = ML−1T−2.