The Wing Slots on the Wings of Many Birds Function

question 7

Multiple Choice

The wing slots on the wings of many birds function

• A)as brakes.
• B)in preventing or delaying stalling.
• C)to increase speed.
• D)to increase lift at high speeds.
• E)in diving.

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