Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Density and pressure

Density and pressure — practice question

A wooden block with density $\rho_w$ has side lengths of $a$. It is immersed in a liquid whose density is $\rho_L$. The upper face of the block lies at a depth $h$ beneath the liquid surface. The acceleration of free fall is $g$. What upthrust does the liquid exert on the block?

  • A$\rho_L a^3 g$
  • B$\rho_w a^3 g$
  • C$\rho_L h g$
  • D$\rho_L a g$

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