Physics · Fluid Mechanics
A large ship or boat made of steel does not sink in water because:
- 1The solid steel used in making the boat has a lower density than water.
- 2The propeller actively pushes the boat upward to keep it afloat.
- 3The boat has a pointed bow or nose.
- 4The average density of the boat (including empty spaces) is less than that of water.✓
Correct answer
The average density of the boat (including empty spaces) is less than that of water.
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