World's Highest Egg Drop Quiz

What was the initial goal of the egg drop challenge?

• To drop an egg from a hot air balloon

• To drop an egg from a drone

• To drop an egg from the world's tallest building

• To drop an egg from a helicopter

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What is the terminal velocity of a human?

• 120 miles per hour

• 150 miles per hour

• 100 miles per hour

• 75 miles per hour

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Why did the team have to improvise during their first test?

• The egg broke before the test

• They couldn't find a tall enough building

• The weather was bad

• They ran out of materials

What caused the first launch to be scrubbed?

• The rocket fins malfunctioned

• The GPS signal was interfered with

• The weather balloon popped

• The egg was not secured properly

What was the main issue with the movable fins on the rocket?

• They didn't move at all

• They were too heavy

• They caused the rocket to tailspin

• They broke off during the flight

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Who did the team consult to help solve their guidance problem?

• A local engineer

• A NASA scientist

• A university professor

• A retired astronaut

What was the new plan after consulting with the expert?

• To use a drone for guidance

• To drop the egg from a lower altitude

• To land the egg in a desert

• To use a larger weather balloon

What was the purpose of the zero pressure weather balloon?

• To carry more weight and go higher

• To be more durable

• To be easier to handle

• To be cheaper

What was the backup plan for landing the egg safely?

• Using a larger mattress

• Using a drone

• Using a beach ball with packing materials

• Using a parachute

What key lesson did the team learn from their project?

• Always use the best materials

• Failures are a part of the learning process

• Never rely on technology

• Always have a backup plan

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