In order that a floating object be in a stable equilibrium, its centre of byoyancy should be

vertically above its centre of gravity.

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vertically below its centre of gravity.

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horizontally in line with its centre of gravity.

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may be anywhere.

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The correct option is A vertically above its centre of gravity.
A floating object be in a stable equilibrium, if its centre of buoyancy is vertically above its centre of gravity.

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