Chapter 13, Problem 73A

To determine

Magnitude of the buoyant force.

Answer to Problem 73A

  $26.0\mathrm{N}$

Explanation of Solution

Given:

Weight of the ball, $26.0N$

Formula used: For floating objects, buoyant force is equal to weight of the floating object.

  $F_{buoyant}=F_{object}$

Calculation: For floating ball, magnitude of buoyant force is:

  $F_{buoyant}=F_g=26.0\mathrm{N}$

Conclusion: Hence, $26.0\mathrm{N}$ is the magnitude of the buoyant force.