The roller coaster, called a “coaster” by enthusiasts, is a basic concept. It’s an electric train mounted on trusses. Manufacturers can build coasters from either steel or wood. Both types are common attractions at amusement parks, but enthusiasts proclaim that a person should be able to tell the difference in a ride on a wooden coaster compared to a ride on a steel coaster. Foremost, there are no loops in a wooden coaster. In addition, because the wooden structures are not as strong as the steel structures, wooden coasters are not as tall as steel coasters, so their drops are not as steep. Wooden coasters do not run as fast as steel coasters for safety reasons. However, many enthusiasts still enjoy wooden coasters because the ride is much rougher, and the train rocks side to side more on a wooden coaster than a steel one. That is the only benefit of a wooden coaster, though, as steel coasters feature more loops, thrills, higher and steeper drops, and faster speeds.

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According to the passage, how do wooden coasters contrast with steel coasters?
A.
Wooden coasters are taller and faster since it is easier for builders to obtain lumber than it is to get steel.
B.
Wooden coasters are found at amusement parks, whereas steel coasters are found mostly at carnivals.
C.
Wooden coasters do not loop, but they do cause passengers to sway in their seats more.
D.
Wooden coasters are just as tall as steel coasters, and there is no major difference between the two.

Answer 1

C. Wooden coasters do not loop, but they do cause passengers to sway in their seats more.