Question
Question: When a body falls in air, the resistance of air depends to a great extent on the shape of the body, ...
When a body falls in air, the resistance of air depends to a great extent on the shape of the body, 3 different shapes are given. Identify the combination of air resistances which truly represents the physical situation. (The cross sectional areas are the same).

A
1 < 2 < 3
B
2 < 3 < 1
C
3 < 2 < 1
D
3 < 1 < 2
Answer
3 < 2 < 1
Explanation
Solution
A stream lined body has less resistance due to air.