Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

The fastest speed a falling raindrop can hit you is how many mph?

  1. 13

  2. 15

  3. 18

  4. 21

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

A falling raindrop reaches terminal velocity at approximately 18 mph (about 8-9 m/s). Larger drops fall faster but break apart, while smaller drops fall more slowly. This maximum speed occurs due to air resistance balancing gravity's downward pull.