WONDER #1541: How Fast Can a Bullet Travel?

Question 1 of 3

The main explosive that occupies about two thirds of the volume of a typical bullet is called the what?

  1. propellant
  2. metal
  3. firing pin
  4. primer

Question 2 of 3

Most bullets can travel over twice the speed of what?

  1. light
  2. cheese
  3. sound
  4. cars

Question 3 of 3

The fastest bullets can travel over how many miles per hour?

  1. 1,000
  2. 1,200
  3. 1,500
  4. 1,800

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