What is the term used to describe the constant speed reached by a skydiver when air resistance equals gravitational force?

Speed Skydiving and Falcon Diving

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Final velocity
Maximum velocity
Terminal velocity
Initial velocity
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In speed skydiving, what is the main goal for participants?
To perform acrobatic stunts
To reach the ground safely
To exceed terminal velocity
To jump from the highest altitude
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which animal is known for reaching the highest speeds during a dive?
Hawk
Golden Eagle
Peregrine Falcon
Bald Eagle
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who conducted an experiment to measure the speed of a peregrine falcon during a dive?
John Doe
Ken Franklin
Marco Vida
Mark Calland
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the nationality of Marco Vida, a competitor in the world speed skydiving championship?
British
Canadian
Liechtenstein
American
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What technique do speed skydivers use to reduce air resistance?
Spreading arms wide
Wearing heavy clothing
Going headfirst
Using a parachute
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What special equipment does Mark Calland use to improve his speed and control?
Weighted vest
Parachute
Jetpack
Inflatable trousers
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