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Two blocks are attached to strings as shown below.  A third block floats at the top of the water.  The blocks all have the same size and shape and have all been previously observed to float in water.  Blocks A and B have the same mass and block C has a greater mass.  Blocks B and C are at the same level. MA=MB<MC

Is the buoyant force on block A greater than, less than, or equal to the buoyant force on block B?

Is the buoyant force on block B greater than, less than, or equal to the buoyant force on block C?

All three blocks are placed in a tank filled with a different liquid.  Block A is observed to float lower than it did in water, as shown.  Blocks B and C are still attached to strings.

Is the buoyant force on block A in the new liquid greater than, less than, or equal to the buoyant force on block A in the original liquid (water)?

Is the buoyant force on block B in the new liquid greater than, less than, or equal to the buoyant force on block B in the original liquid (water)?

Two blocks are attached to strings as shown below. A third block floats at the top of the water. The blocks all have the same size and shape and have all been previously observed to float in water. Blocks A and B have the same mass and block C has a greater mass. Blocks B and C are at the same level. MA=MB

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Two blocks are attached to strings as shown below. A third block floats at the t

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