O-LevelPhysicsForces5054/11 · May/June 2017 · Q61 Mark
A skydiver jumps from an aeroplane. After a few seconds, he reaches a terminal velocity without opening his parachute. Why does he reach terminal velocity?
AAir resistance becomes greater than his weight and slows him down.
BAir resistance decreases and he speeds up.
CAir resistance increases and balances his weight so that his acceleration is zero.
DHis weight decreases and balances the air resistance.
✓ Correct answer
C: Air resistance increases and balances his weight so that his acceleration is zero.
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