What is the role of thrust in the flight of a paper airplane?

Understanding the Forces on a Paper Airplane

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Ethan Morris
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It moves the airplane forward.
It pushes the airplane upwards.
It slows the airplane down.
It pulls the airplane downwards.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which force is responsible for pulling the paper airplane towards the ground?
Thrust
Gravity
Lift
Drag
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does lift affect a paper airplane?
It pushes the airplane forward.
It pulls the airplane down.
It pushes the airplane upwards.
It slows the airplane down.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of drag in the flight of a paper airplane?
It accelerates the airplane.
It pulls the airplane down.
It provides upward force.
It resists the airplane's motion.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to balance all four forces on a paper airplane?
To ensure the airplane flies in a straight line.
To make the airplane look good.
To achieve the longest possible flight.
To make the airplane spin.
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