O-LevelPhysicsForces5054/12 · Oct/Nov 2014 · Q11 Mark
When a heavy coin falls a short distance towards the ground it does not reach terminal velocity. Why is this?
AThe coin has not hit the ground.
BThe weight of the coin equals the air resistance.
CThe weight of the coin increases as air resistance increases.
DThe weight of the coin is always more than air resistance.
✓ Correct answer
D: The weight of the coin is always more than air resistance.
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