Question

why does this paper boat float? the paper boat is more dense than the water. the paper boat is less dense than the water. the paper boat does not float.

Explanation:

Objects float when their density is less than the fluid they are in. Water has a density of \(1\ g/cm^{3}\). Paper boats are designed to displace enough water (Archimedes' principle) and their overall density (mass per unit volume) is less than that of water. If an object were more dense (like a rock), it would sink. And since the question is about why it floats, the option "The paper boat does not float" is incorrect.

Answer:

The paper boat is less dense than the water.