Question

Why do skis not sink into snow too far ?

• A. Skis have a large area to reduce the force on the snow.
• B. Skis have a large area to reduce the pressure on the snow.
• C. Skis have a large area to increase the pressure on the snow.
• D. Skis have a small area to reduce the pressure on the snow.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Skis have a large area to reduce the pressure on the snow.

Skis have a larger surface area to reduce the pressure on the snow. This ensures that the skis do not sink into the snow too far.