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JAMB Physics 2008 Objective — Question 18

Question 18 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Physics 2008 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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18. An empty density bottle weighs 2 N. If it weighs 5 N when filled with water and 4 N when filled with olive oil, the relative density of olive oil is

  • A. 1/3
  • B. 2/3Correct
  • C. 1/5
  • D. 2/5

Explanation

Weight of olive oil = 4-2 = 2N. Weight of equal volume of water = 5-2 = 3N. Relative density = 2/3.

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