Question

-Select all that apply-

The buoyancy force on a floating object is:
[X] less than the weight of the object
[X] equal to the weight of the water displaced
[ ] equal to the weight of the object
[X] greater than the weight of the object

Answer 1

The buoyancy force on a floating object can be greater than, less than, or equal to the weight of the object depending on the situation.

Step-by-step explanation:

The buoyancy force on a floating object is equal to the weight of the water displaced and it can be greater than or less than the weight of the object depending on the situation.

If the buoyant force is greater than the weight of the object, the object will rise to the surface and float. If the buoyant force is less than the weight of the object, the object will sink. If the buoyant force equals the weight of the object, the object will remain suspended at that depth.