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Physics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2017 · Paper 12 · Question 11

9702Density and pressure

The diagram shows a block of copper suspended in water. The block experiences an upthrust from the water. Which statement is the basis of an explanation for this upthrust?

  1. ACopper is more dense than water.
  2. BThe area of face R is greater than the area of face S.
  3. CThe density of water increases with depth.
  4. DThe pressure of water increases with depth.

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Correct answer: D. The pressure of water increases with depth.

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