If a Plane Is Flying at a Speed So That

question 54

Multiple Choice

If a plane is flying at a speed so that the apex half-angle of its shockwave is 30°, what is its speed if the speed of sound is 320 m/s?

• A) 960 m/s
• B) 640 m/s
• C) 320 m/s
• D) 160 m/s
• E) Choose this answer if a shock wave cannot form in this situation.

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