A lady weighing 100 pounds is standing on a floor while wearing tennis shoes. Another lady weighing 100 pounds is standing on the floor with high heels. Which lady exerts greater pressure on the floor? Explain your choice.
What will be an ideal response?
The lady in high heels has a smaller area and therefore will exert greater pressure on the floor. The force is the same for both ladies, but the smaller area will result in greater pressure.
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