AP Physics 2mediummcq1 pt

A 1.0 m³ block floats half-submerged in water (ρ = 1000 kg/m³). The buoyant force is about (g = 10 m/s²)

A.5000 N
B.10000 N
C.1000 N
D.500 N

Explanation

Core Concept

Fb = ρVg = (1000)(0.50)(10) = 5000 N.

Correct Answer

A5000 N

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