Answer :
Final answer:
The maximum air pressure used to blow out seams when using the torn paper method is at least 5.1 atm.
Explanation:
The maximum air pressure used to blow out seams when using the torn paper method can vary depending on factors such as the thickness of the paper and the technique used. However, based on the information provided, we can refer to the maximum air pressure that the paper can withstand.
In question 19 of the given reference material, it states that the force exerted on one side of an 8.50 cm by 11.0 cm sheet of paper by the atmosphere is equivalent to 5.1 atm. This pressure is more than enough to rupture a thin sheet metal container and cause an explosion! Therefore, the maximum air pressure used to blow out seams when using the torn paper method is at least 5.1 atm, which is option (a).
