A rectangular cistern 2m x 3m is filled to a depth of 0.5m with water. On top of the water is a layer of oil 0.9m deep. The specific gravity of the oil is 0.60. (a) what is the absolute pressure at the bottom and (b) what is the total thrust exerted on the bottom of the cistern?

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A rectangular cistern 2m x 3m is filled to a depth of 0.5m with water. On top of the water is a layer of oil 0.9m deep. The specific gravity of the oil is 0.60. (a) what is the absolute pressure at the bottom and (b) what is the total thrust exerted on the bottom of the cistern?

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