AP Physics 2mediummcq1 pt
An object's apparent weight in a fluid is
A.its true weight minus the buoyant force
B.its true weight plus buoyancy
C.equal to the buoyant force
D.unaffected by fluids
Explanation
Core Concept
The upward buoyancy reduces what a scale reads.
Correct Answer
Aits true weight minus the buoyant force
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