A body weighing 10N in air is partially immersed in water. It displaces water of mass 0.3kg. What is the upthrust on the body?(g = 10m/s\(^2\))
A
7.0N
B
13.0N
C
3.3N
D
3.0N
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
Upthrust = weight of fluid displaced = mg = 0.3 x 10 = 3.0N
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #76338)