Fundamentals of Physics Extended (10th Edition)

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Chapter 14 - Fluids - Questions - Page 405: 3b

Answer

The water level moves down if the anchor is on the surrounding ground.

Work Step by Step

When the anchor is on the boat, the anchor displaces its weight of water. When the anchor is on the surrounding ground, it does not displace any water. Therefore, the water level moves down if the anchor is on the surrounding ground.
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