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easylift

The coefficient of lift (CL) depends primarily on:

Angle of attack and airfoil shape. CL varies primarily with angle of attack and is also affected by airfoil shape, Reynolds number, and Mach number.

Aircraft weight

Air temperature only

Engine thrust

Angle of attack and airfoil shape

Angle of attack and airfoil shape✓ Correct Answer

Explanation

CL varies primarily with angle of attack and is also affected by airfoil shape, Reynolds number, and Mach number.

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