College Physics with MasteringPhysics 7th Edition by Jerry Wilson,Anthony Buffa,Bo Lou

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Shown in Fig. are the front and rear wings of an Indy racing car. These wings generate down force, which is the vertical downward force produced by the air moving over the car. Why is such a down force desired An Indy car can create a down force equal to twice its weight. Why not simply make the cars heavier

FIGURE Down force See Conceptual Question.