The densities of objects P,Q,R and S are 200kg/m3, 450kg/m3, 1200kg/m3 and 785kg/m3 respectively. Which one of these objects will sink when dipped in a bucket of water?
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P
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Q
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C
R
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S
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Solution
The correct option is B R Answer is C. According to the laws of flotation, the more denser liquid will sink below and the less dense material will float. In this case, the object R has the maximum density of 1200kg/m3. Therefore, object R will sink when dipped in a bucket of water.