3. The absolute pressure inside the water of a lake in the summer: A. is the same at all points B. depends on the measurement direction C. is independent on the atmospheric pressure above the surface D. is lower close to the bottom E. is higher close to the bottom

3. The absolute pressure inside the water of a lake in the summer: A. is the same at all points B. depends on the measurement direction C. is independent on the atmospheric pressure above the surface D. is lower close to the bottom E. is higher close to the bottom

Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter7: Seepage

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3. The absolute pressure inside the water of a lake in the summer:
A. is the same at all points
B. depends on the measurement direction
C. is independent on the atmospheric pressure above the surface
D. is lower close to the bottom
E. is higher close to the bottom
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