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Diagram shows some objects placed inside a tube:

Which of the objects will float when water is poured into the tub?

A

Marble

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Metal spoon

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C

Cork

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Thumbtack

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Solution

The correct option is C Cork
Cork will float when water is poured into the tub.

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