Following the Bernoulli principle, when a fluid approaches a constriction in a tube, there will be a(n) ____ in acceleration and a(n) ____ in lateral pressure

a. Decrease, decrease c. Increase, decrease
b. Decrease, increase d. Increase, increase


ANS: C
As fluid approaches a constriction in a tube, the flow of the liquid will accelerate (increase) as it enters the constriction, which in turn causes a decrease in lateral-wall pressure.

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