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Sign upThis lesson explores how surface pressure depends on force and surface area, demonstrating how to calculate it using the formula pressure equals force divided by area. Through practical examples and a mission assignment involving analysing impressions in sand, learners will develop their ability to apply mathematical formulas to real-world scenarios, including understanding why heavier vehicles have wider tyres.
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