Mythbusters: Running vs. Walking in the Rain

What is the common belief about running in the rain?

• Running makes you invisible to rain.

• Running and walking have the same effect.

• You get wetter if you run.

• You stay drier if you run.

What factors did the Mythbusters consider for their experiment?

• The time of day

• The type of shoes worn

• The velocity of the rain and running speed

• The color of the raincoat

What was the length of the indoor course used in the experiment?

• 150 feet

• 100 feet

• 200 feet

• 50 feet

What did the Mythbusters use to create the rain for their experiment?

• Natural rain

• A rain machine

• Buckets of water

• Sprinklers

What was the purpose of using high-speed cameras in the walking test?

• To capture the rain droplets in detail

• To make the video more exciting

• To record the sound of the rain

• To measure the speed of the participants

How did the Mythbusters measure the amount of water absorbed during the tests?

• By using a rain gauge

• By weighing the coveralls before and after

• By counting the raindrops

• By using a moisture meter

What was the unexpected result of the running test?

• Running resulted in more water absorption

• Running and walking absorbed the same amount of water

• Running made no difference

• Running resulted in less water absorption

What was the final conclusion of the Mythbusters' experiment?

• Both methods are equally effective

• Running keeps you drier than walking

• Walking keeps you drier than running

• Neither method works

How much more rain per foot did running result in compared to walking?

• The same amount

• Twice as much

• Half as much

• Three times as much

What was the rain delivery rate during the experiment?

• 1 inch per hour

• 4 to 5 inches per hour

• 6 to 7 inches per hour

• 2 to 3 inches per hour