Wayne aspires to be a lifeguard, and as part of the lifeguard test, he must remain afloat in the pool for five minutes. What prevents Wayne from sinking to the bottom of the pool?(1 point)

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Wayne does not weigh very much.
Wayne does not weigh very much.

Wayne weighs too much.
Wayne weighs too much.

Gravity pushes Wayne up against the water.
Gravity pushes Wayne up against the water.

The water exerts an upward force on Wayne, counteracting gravity.

Answer 1

The correct response is: The water exerts an upward force on Wayne, counteracting gravity.

This upward force is known as buoyancy, and it helps keep Wayne afloat.