alleryStart learning →A suction cup has less air beneath it. What holds it to a wall?
AEqual air pressure both sides
BA lack of outside air pressure
CGreater pressure beneath it
DGreater outside air pressure
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Greater outside air pressure
A lower pressure beneath the cup allows greater external air pressure to press it against the wall.
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