Pressure problem(Fluid mechanic)

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The discussion centers on a fluid mechanics homework problem involving pressure calculations in a tank. The main equation used is P = ρgh, and the individual pressures from the gas above the oil, the oil, and the water are being considered. The poster struggles to balance the pressures to match the given answer of 1.4m for part A and expresses confusion about part B, which involves determining the pressure at the water/Hg boundary and its equivalent height in Hg. Assistance is requested for both parts of the problem. Clarification on the pressure contributions and calculations is needed to resolve the issues presented.
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1. Homework Statement

enclosed, thanks for checking

2. Homework Equations

P = ρgh

3. The Attempt at a Solution

I have try to add up all pressure in the tank
(including gauge pressure, pressure of the oil(ρg*0.5), pressure of the water(ρg*0.8))
but still can't balance out the equation since the answer of part A is 1.4m

also, I don't have any clue about part B

thanks if anyone can give me any help
 

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Let's see you working. In terms of depth of water, how much pressure at the bottom of the tank comes from:
- The gas above the oil
- The oil
- The water in the tank?

For B:
- what is the pressure at the water/Hg boundary?
- what height of Hg is that equivalent to?
 
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