PHysics fluid and solids?

Question

Water is to be pumped to the top of a tall building which is 1200 ft high. What gauge pressure is needed in the water line at the base of the building to raise the water to this height?

Answer 1

Your question is missing some necessary information.

Answer 2

1,200 ft (0.433 psi/ft) = 520 psi

+14.7 psi to overcome atmospheric pressure at the top.

Answer:

534.7 psig