A Small Plane Climbs with a Constant Velocity of 240

question 55

Multiple Choice

A small plane climbs with a constant velocity of 240 m/s at an angle of 24° with respect to the horizontal. Which statement is true concerning the magnitude of the net force on the plane?

• A)It is equal to zero newtons.
• B)It is equal to the weight of the plane.
• C)It is equal to the magnitude of the force of air resistance.
• D)It is less than the weight of the plane but greater than zero newtons.
• E)It is equal to the component of the weight of the plane in the direction of motion.

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