A community seeks to develop a maglev train operation. Which of the following is most likely their technical motivation for choosing this option?(1 point)

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They hope to employ lighter-weight materials that reduce costs.
They hope to employ lighter-weight materials that reduce costs.

They do not want to rely on any supply of electricity.
They do not want to rely on any supply of electricity.

They need trains that can cover particularly long distances.
They need trains that can cover particularly long distances.

They seek a rail line not affected by friction.

Answer 1

The most likely technical motivation for a community seeking to develop a maglev train operation is:

They seek a rail line not affected by friction.

Maglev (magnetic levitation) trains operate above the tracks, eliminating friction with traditional rail systems, which allows for higher speeds and smoother rides.