A Waiter Fills Your Water Glass with Ice Water (Containing

question 397

Multiple Choice

A waiter fills your water glass with ice water (containing many ice cubes) such that the liquid water is perfectly level with the rim of the glass. As the ice melts,

• A) the liquid-water level decreases.
• B) the liquid-water level remains flush with the rim of the glass.
• C) the liquid water level rises, causing water to run down the outside of the glass.

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