Question

In which direction does the buoyant force act (if the weight is acting downwards)?

• A. Upwards
• B. Downwards
• C. Perpendicular to the direction of the weight
• D. At an acute angle to the downward direction

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Upwards

Buoyant force is the upward force which the liquid exerts when any object is placed into it. Its magnitude is equal to weight of the fluid displaced. It's direction is upwards because pressure increases with depth which is primarily due to the fact the weight is acting downwards.