At what depth should valve be placed below top of reservoir

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A rectangular spillway valve is meant to open if the water in the reservoir reaches a level 2 meters from the top of the reservoir. The valve is activated by pressure alone. The valve is 25 cm on each side. The valve can withstand an average pressure of 1000 N/cm². At what depth should the valve be placed below the top of the reservoir?

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