AP Physics 2mediummcq1 pt
A block of wood with density 600 kg/m³ floats in water (density 1000 kg/m³). What fraction of the block is submerged?
A.40%
B.75%
C.50%
D.60%
Explanation
Core Concept
By Archimedes' principle: fraction submerged = ρ_object/ρ_fluid = 600/1000 = 0.60 = 60%.
Correct Answer
D60%
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