The approximate depth of an ocean is $2700 \, m$. The compressibility of water is $45.4 \times 10^{-11} \, Pa^{-1}$ and the density of water is $10^3 \, kg/m^3$. What fractional compression of water will be obtained at the bottom of the ocean?

  • A
    $0.8 \times 10^{-2}$
  • B
    $1.0 \times 10^{-2}$
  • C
    $1.2 \times 10^{-2}$
  • D
    $1.4 \times 10^{-2}$

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