Braingle: 'Too Wholly Boat' Brain Teaser

Too Wholly Boat

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Puzzle ID:	#13122
Fun:	(2.76)
Difficulty:	(1.24)
Category:	Science
Submitted By:	od-1
Corrected By:	boodler

Mr. OD-1 watched as Duffus got ready to launch his boat into the water. "It's gonna leak, Duffus" remarked OD-1.
"No, it shouldn't leak. I got in the boat, carefully patched all the holes with the patch kit recommended by the marina and then filled the boat with water to see if it would leak - and no leaks," replied Duffus.
"OK then, but you're gonna get wet," yelled Mr. Od-1 as Duffus launched the boat out into the lake, ignoring him. Moments later Duffus frantically rowed back to shore as the boat began to fill with water.
Why did Mr. Od-1 think that Duffus's repair would fail even though he used the proper repair materials?

Hint

Think water pressure.
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Comments

parappa76 Jun 21, 2003	i don't like this teasers
curtiss82 Dec 24, 2003	This is too simple.
eiennikirei Dec 31, 2003	yup i knew that was the answer!
Vudluxi Jun 03, 2006	Nice teaser. Yes it's easy, but I bet its tripped up a few people. At least they found out whilst keeping their feet dry