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Which barrier did Jacqueline Cochran break in 1953?

  • Gravity barrier

  • Speed of light

  • Sound barrier

  • Heat barrier

Answer

Sound barrier: In 1953, Jacqueline Cochran became the first woman to break the sound barrier, flying a Canadair F-86 Sabre jet at a speed of Mach 1.05. This groundbreaking achievement demonstrated the capabilities of women in aviation and inspired future generations of aviators.
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