CE The three identical containers in Figure 15-46 are open to the air and filled with water to the same level. A block of wood floats in container A; an identical block of wood floats in container B, supporting a small lead weight; container C holds only water. (a) Rank the three containers in order of increasing weight of water they contain. Indicate ties where appropriate. (b) Rank the three containers in order of increasing weight of the container plus its contents. Indicate ties where appropriate.
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