Physics 5054 · O Level · Balanced and unbalanced forces

Balanced and unbalanced forces — practice question

A solid object is submerged in water and is suspended by an elastic thread. Three forces act on the object: its weight $W$, the tension in the thread $T$, and an upward force $F$ exerted by the water. The force $F$ is directed upwards. Which equation is correct when the object is at rest?

  • A$F + W = 0$
  • B$F - T = 0$
  • C$F - W - T = 0$
  • D$F - W + T = 0$

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