Drag Force and Terminal Velocity
Two identical spheres, A and B, are released from rest in different fluids. The drag force on sphere A is proportional to its velocity (), while the drag force on sphere B is proportional to the square of its velocity (). Which statement correctly compares their motion?
A
Sphere B will reach terminal velocity more quickly
B
Sphere A will have a higher terminal velocity
C
Neither sphere will reach terminal velocity
D
Both spheres will reach the same terminal velocity
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