By changing the angle of attack of a wing, the pilot can control the aeroplane’s:  
a. Lift and airspeed, but not drag  
b. Lift, gross weight and drag  
c. Lift, airspeed and drag  
d. Lift and drag, but not airspeed

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Answer :

c. Lift, airspeed and drag

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