Which one of the following statements about the lift-to-drag ratio in straight and level flight is correct?

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ATPL - Airline Transport Pilot license - Principles of Flight - Which one of the following statements about the lift-to-drag ratio in straight and level flight is correct?

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At the highest value of the lift / drag ratio the total drag is lowest

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The highest value of the lift / drag ratio is reached when the lift is equal to the aircraft weight

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The lift / drag ratio always increases as the lift decreases

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The highest value of the lift / drag ratio is reached when the lift is zero

ATPL: Which one of the following statements about the lift-to-drag ratio in straight and level flight is correct?

Question 340, Principles of Flight - ATPL - Airline Transport Pilot license