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What do dimples on a golf ball help it do?

Fly farther through the air.

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  1. Roll slower on the green
  2. Fly farther through the air ✔
  3. Bounce higher off the tee

Why: Dimples reduce drag by changing airflow, letting the ball fly farther.

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Answer: Fly farther through the air. Dimples reduce drag by changing airflow, letting the ball fly farther.

  1. Golf en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golf
    dimples that decrease aerodynamic drag
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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