In order for an object to sink when placed in water, the object's average density must be
A) less than that of water.
B) equal to that of water.
C) more than that of water.
D) Any of these choices are correct, depending on the object's shape.

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In order for an object to sink, it must have a greater density than water. This means that the mass of the object must be greater than the mass of the water it displaces. Therefore, the average density of the object must be greater than the density of water, which is 1 gram per cubic centimeter.

In Order for an Object to Sink When Placed in Water