Physics · May / June 2026 · Paper 12 · Question 8
5054Friction
A skydiver jumps from an aeroplane. After a few seconds, he reaches 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.
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Correct answer: C. Air resistance increases and balances his weight so that his acceleration is zero.
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