When a Block of Volume 1

question 42

Multiple Choice

When a block of volume 1.00 × 10^-3 m³ is hung from a spring scale as shown in Figure A, the scale reads 10.0 N. When the same block is then placed in an unknown liquid, it floats with 2/3 of its volume submerged as suggested in Figure B. The density of water is 1.00 × 10³ kg/m³.
-Determine the density of the unknown liquid.

• A)3.03 × 10³ kg/m³
• B)4.62 × 10³ kg/m³
• C)6.16 × 10³ kg/m³
• D)8.01 × 10³ kg/m³
• E)1.57 × 10⁴ kg/m³

Recognize the impact of income changes on the demand for goods and services, including distinguishing between normal and inferior goods.

Determine the conditions under which a supplier should adjust prices to increase revenue based on the elasticity of demand.

Understand how the elasticity of demand influences market strategies in various scenarios, including marketing and pricing strategies.

Analyze the concept of income elasticity of demand and its application in understanding consumer behavior.

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