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Three identical vessels A, B, and C are filled with water, mercury, and kerosene respectively up to an equal height. The three vessels are provided with identical taps at the bottom of the vessels. If the three taps are opened simultaneously, then which vessel is emptied first?A) Vessel BB) All the vessels A, B, and C will be emptied simultaneously.C) Vessel AD) Vessel C

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The rate at which a liquid flows through a small opening (like a tap at the bottom of a vessel) depends on its density. The liquid with higher density will flow out faster.

The densities of the liquids mentioned are as follows:

Water: Density is relatively low.
Mercury: Density is higher than water.
Kerosene: Density is lower than water.
Since the vessels are filled up to the same height and the taps are opened simultaneously, the liquid in vessel B (filled with mercury) will be emptied first. Mercury has a higher density compared to water and kerosene. So, the correct answer is:

A) Vessel B