A loaded ship passes from a lake (fresh water)to the ocean (salt water).Salt water is denser than fresh water and as a result the ship will:
A)ride higher in the water
B)settle lower in the water
C)ride at the same level in the water
D)experience an increase in buoyant force
E)experience a decrease in buoyant force

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When a ship moves from fresh water to denser salt water, it displaces less water to balance its weight, causing it to ride higher in the water.

A Loaded Ship Passes from a Lake (Fresh Water)to the Ocean