Multiple choice general knowledge

The fastest speed a falling raindrop can hit you is 80mph

  1. True

  2. False
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Raindrops have a terminal velocity of about 20-30 mph (9-13 m/s) depending on their size. Air resistance prevents them from accelerating to 80 mph - at that speed, large drops would break apart. The 80mph claim is physically incorrect for falling rain.

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