Mach number is the ratio of the speed of the _____________________?

Correct answer: C. Fluid to that of the sound

  • A. Fluid to that of the light
  • B. Light to that of the fluid
  • C. Fluid to that of the sound
  • D. Sound to that of the fluid

Explanation

Mach number compares a fluid’s velocity with the local speed of sound, so it is defined as fluid speed divided by sound speed.

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