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What is one purpose of wing flaps?
A)Allows the pilot to approach at a steeper angle without increasing the speed of the plane.
B)Changes the weight and balance of the plane.
C)Contracts the wing to make the pilot land at a slower flight
D)They are used only on take-off

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Allows the pilot to approach at a steeper angle without increasing speed. Prior to flaps, pilots would often have to slip the plane in. Wing flaps change the shape of the wing allowing a slower flight speed and increased decent angle.

PVT What Is One Purpose of Wing Flaps