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

question 7

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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