Question

why is a solid object that is initially stationary suspended in a fluid? multiple choice the weight of the solid object is equal to the weight of the fluid displaced by the object. the mass of the solid object is equal to the weight of the fluid displaced by the object. the volume of the solid object is equal to the volume of the fluid displaced by the object.

Explanation:

For an object suspended in a fluid (in equilibrium, stationary), Archimedes' principle states that the buoyant force (equal to the weight of displaced fluid) balances the object's weight. So when the object’s weight equals the weight of displaced fluid, it suspends. The second option compares mass and weight (different units), the third is about volume (not the condition for suspension).

Answer:

The weight of the solid object is equal to the weight of the fluid displaced by the object.