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berenicecastro

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What would happen if the Space Shuttle were launched with a speed greater than Earth's escape velocity?
 
  A) It would take less time to reach its bound orbit.
  B) It would travel in a higher orbit around Earth.
  C) It would travel away from Earth into the solar system.
  D) It would be in an unstable orbit.
  E) It would orbit Earth at a faster velocity.

Question 2

You are standing on a scale in an elevator. Suddenly you notice your weight decreases. What do you conclude?
 
  A) The elevator is moving at a constant velocity upwards.
  B) The elevator is accelerating downwards.
  C) The elevator is moving at a constant velocity downwards.
  D) The elevator is accelerating upwards.
  E) Your diet is working.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B


berenicecastro

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Reply 2 on: Jul 27, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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