Buoyant Force Acts Upward on a Submerged Object Because

question 4

Multiple Choice

Buoyant force acts upward on a submerged object because

• A)it acts in a direction to oppose gravity.
• B)if it acted downward,nothing would float.
• C)the weight of fluid displaced reacts with an upward force.
• D)pressure against its bottom is greater than pressure against its top.

Grasp the concept of adequacy of consideration and its relevance in court evaluations of contracts.

Understand bilateral and unilateral contracts through the lens of consideration and promises.

Examine exceptions to the rule requiring consideration in contract formation and enforceability.

Analyze the role of past consideration in contract law and its typical exclusion from forming valid consideration.

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Real Rate of Interest

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