AP Physics 2mediummcq1 pt
A 20 N object hangs from a scale while fully submerged in water; the scale reads 12 N. The buoyant force is
A.8.0 N
B.12 N
C.20 N
D.32 N
Explanation
Core Concept
Fb = weight − apparent weight = 20 − 12 = 8.0 N.
Correct Answer
A8.0 N
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