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Fly in a Bottle
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Puzzle ID: #40796
Submitted By: rockstar1234567 Corrected By: annvie9
Submitted By: rockstar1234567 Corrected By: annvie9
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Two identical jars are placed on a scale, each with one fruit fly in it. One fly is flying and the other one is sitting. Which jar weighs more?
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Just because you can't see it doesn't mean it isn't there.Answer
Neither; they weigh the same. The only reason the fly is flying is because it flaps its wings to make air push it up. So the fly's weight is converted into air pressure.Hide Hint Show Hint Hide Answer Show Answer
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