A metallic sphere of mass 1 kg and volume 2 × 10–4 m3 is completely immersed in water. The buoyant force exerted by water on the sphere is: (Given: density of water = 1000 kg/m3, g = 10 m/s2)

CDS I 2025 Question

A metallic sphere of mass 1 kg and volume 2 × 10–4 m3 is completely immersed in water. The buoyant force exerted by water on the sphere is: 

(Given: density of water = 1000 kg/m3, g = 10 m/s2)

  • A. 0.5 N
  • B. 1.5 N
  • C. 2 N
  • D. 2.5 N
Correct Answer: Option C