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Mechanical Properties of Fluids: Terminal Velocity MCQ

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Terminal VelocityMediumQuestion 6499

Question

Why does a parachutist reach terminal velocity at a lower speed when parachute opens?
  1. A
    Mass decreases
  2. B
    Drag increases greatly (larger area)
    Correct
  3. C
    Gravity increases
  4. D
    Viscosity of air decreases

Correct answer

Drag increases greatly (larger area)

Explanation

Larger parachute area → much greater drag force → equilibrium (terminal v) reached at much lower speed.

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