Principles of Flightmedium#577
A high aspect ratio wing produces:
A
Less induced drag for the same lift because wingtip vortices are proportionally weaker
CorrectB
More induced drag
C
More wave drag
D
Less lift
Explanation
High aspect ratio reduces the proportion of span affected by tip vortices, decreasing induced drag and improving efficiency.
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