Answer:
W = 9.6 N
Explanation:
Given that,
Area on 1 foot, A = 0.6 m²
Pressure, P = 16 Pa
The pressure is given by force acting per unit area. So,
[tex]P=\dfrac{F}{A}\\\\P=\dfrac{W}{A}\\\\W=16\times 0.6\\\\W=9.6\ N[/tex]
So, the required weight is 9.6 N.
