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Hydraulic press is based on
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Correct answer: Pascal’s law
Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: B. Pascal’s law 📚 Explanation: A hydraulic press works based on 'Pascal's Law', which states that pressure applied to an enclosed liquid is transmitted equally in all directions. By applying a small force on a small piston, a much larger force can be generated on a larger piston. This principle is widely used in car brakes, hydraulic jacks, and heavy industrial machinery. it allows a person to lift or crush very heavy objects with very little physical effort.