Terminal Velocity: Solving for D

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Homework Statement



A man 50.0kg has a terminal velocity of 42m/s. What value of D is required to make this possible?

Homework Equations



V(terminal velocity) = (mg/D)^1/2

The Attempt at a Solution



D = (50kg*9.8m/s^2)/(42m/s)^2) = 0.28kg/m

The book's answer is 44kg/m. Is the book wrong or am I wrong?
 
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NascentOxygen said:
0.28 kg/m satisfies that equation.

Thanks, I needed some reinforcement.