MDCAT Physics MCQ #1846

The drag force on an object moving through a fluid is proportional to

MDCAT Physics MCQ #1846

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The drag force on an object moving through a fluid is proportional to

    • A) Its velocity
    • B) The square of its velocity
    • C) Its acceleration
    • D) The fluid's density

    Answer: The square of its velocity

    Explanation: For turbulent flow, the drag force is proportional to the square of the velocity. Option A is incorrect because it's true for laminar flow, not generally.