Let's analyze the statement.
Statement:
A liquid in a container exerts pressure in all directions on the bottom of the container, on its walls, and even upwards.
Explanation:
• In a liquid at rest, the pressure exerted by the liquid is transmitted equally in all directions. This is known as Pascal's Law.
• The liquid applies pressure on the bottom of the container, which is why the liquid has weight that can be measured.
• The liquid also exerts pressure on the walls of the container because the pressure acts in all directions, not just downwards.
• Moreover, the liquid exerts pressure upwards due to the force from the molecules colliding with the container's bottom and walls. This upward pressure contributes to buoyancy.
Conclusion:
The statement is True because the liquid indeed exerts pressure in all directions: downward, sideways, and upward.
Final Answer:
(A) True.