When a body falls in air, the resistance of air depends to a great extent on the shape of the body, $ 3 $ different shapes are given. Identify the combination of air resistances which truly represents the physical situation. (The cross sectional areas are the same).

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  • A

    $1 < 2 < 3$

  • B

    $2 < 3 < 1$

  • C

    $3 < 2 < 1$ 

  • D

    $3 < 1 < 2$

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