For an object that is neutrally buoyant in a fluid,
A) The weight of fluid displaced is less than its weight.
B) The weight of the fluid displaced is greater than the object's weight.
C) The weight of the fluid displaced equals the object's weight.
D) The object has zero weight.

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For an object to be neutrally buoyant in a fluid, the weight of the fluid displaced by the object must equal the object's weight, according to Archimedes' principle. This balance allows the object to float without sinking or rising.

For an Object That Is Neutrally Buoyant in a Fluid