A Thin Rectangular Piece of Wood Floats in Water

question 39

Multiple Choice

A thin rectangular piece of wood floats in water. You slowly pour oil with a density equal to that of the wood on the surface of the water until the height of the oil above the water is twice the height of the piece of wood. Which statement is correct?

• A) The wood floats on top of the oil, so it sticks up in the air.
• B) The wood does not change its position
• C) The wood sinks below the surface of the water.
• D) The wood is half in the water and half in the oil.
• E) The wood floats in the oil just above the water.

Understand the concept of essentialism and its implications for gender differences.

Recognize the impact of societal norms and medical practices on intersex individuals.

Critique the universal and nonvarying nature of gender roles as proposed by essentialism.

Analyze the intersection of gender issues within sports and the implications of gender verification processes.

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Definitions:

Popularity

The state or condition of being liked, admired, or supported by many people.

Unpopularity

A state or condition of not being liked or popular among peers or in a broader social context.

Characteristics

refer to distinguishing traits, qualities, or properties that identify and differentiate a person, object, or phenomenon.

Appeal to Majority

A logical fallacy where the popularity of an idea is used as evidence of its truth or correctness.