In Drag Racing,the Driver Deploys a Parachute at the End

question 38

Multiple Choice

In drag racing,the driver deploys a parachute at the end of the mile run.The parachute works well because

• A)the dragster does not have any brakes to save weight.
• B)the drag force due to the parachute is large at high speeds.
• C)there is no rolling friction at high speeds.
• D)the driver has no time to apply the brakes.
• E)the deployment of the parachute is part of the show.

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