Problem 61078. Calculate Drag Force

Write a MATLAB function to compute the drag force on an object moving through air:
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where:
  • D is drag force (N)
  • ρ is air density (kg/m³)
  • V is velocity (m/s)
  • A is frontal area (m²)
  • ​ is drag coefficient (dimensionless)
Solve

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Last Solution submitted on Nov 19, 2025

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