Which of the following is correct?
Absolute pressure = Gauge pressure + Atmospheric pressure
Gauge pressure = Absolute pressure + Atmospheric pressure
Atmospheric pressure = Absolute pressure + Gauge pressure
Absolute pressure = Gauge pressure - Atmospheric pressure
Correct Answer :
A. Absolute pressure = Gauge pressure + Atmospheric pressure
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