An object weights 10 N in air, 8 N in water. The buoyant force is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

An object weights 10 N in air, 8 N in water. The buoyant force is
A. 10 N
B. 18 N
C. 8 N
D. 2 N
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Loss in weight = buoyant force = 10 - 8 = 2 N. Weight of displaced water = 2 N. Volume of object = mass of displaced water / density. Archimedes principle.

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