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A solid metallic sphere of radius r is allowed to fall freely through air. If the frictional resistance due to air is proportional to the cross-sectional area and to the square of the velocity, then the terminal velocity of the sphere is proportional to which of the following?

(A) r2

(B) r

(C) r3/2

(D) r1/2

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Correct Option (D) r1/2

Explanation:

Frictional resistance f Av2

When ball acquires terminal velocity

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