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A supersonic airplane is expected to fly at both subsonic and supersonic speeds during its whole flight course. Which one of the following statements is TRUE?
A
Airplane will experience less stability in pitch at supersonic speeds than at subsonic speeds
B
Airplane will feel no change in pitch stability
C
Airplane will experience more stability in pitch at supersonic speeds than at subsonic speeds
D
Pitch stability cannot be inferred from the information given

Correct : a

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