A Large Container of Cold Water Is Moved from a Refrigerator

Multiple Choice

A large container of cold water is moved from a refrigerator to a table. A hot piece of metal is placed into the water.
Which of the following best describes the final temperature of the metal?

A) higher than the final temperature of the water
B) the same as the final temperature of the water
C) lower than the initial temperature of the water
D) the same as the initial temperature of the water