AP Physics 2easymcq1 pt
Archimedes' principle states that the buoyant force equals
A.the weight of the displaced fluid
B.the object's total weight
C.the fluid's total weight
D.the object's density alone
Explanation
Core Concept
Fb = ρ_fluid × Vdisplaced × g.
Correct Answer
Athe weight of the displaced fluid
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