Question

a rocket approaching a planet is affected by the planets gravity. identify the rockets most likely path.
the rocket will be pushed away as it passes the planet
the rocket will pass by with no effect on it
the rocket will be attracted to the planet
the rocket will be pushed back in the opposite direction

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the nature of gravity

Gravity is an attractive force. When a rocket approaches a planet, the planet's gravity acts on the rocket.

Step2: Evaluate each option

• Option B implies no effect of gravity (incorrect as gravity is attractive).
• Option A (pushed away) and Option D (pushed back) are wrong because gravity is not a repulsive force in this context.
• Option C: Since gravity is attractive, the rocket will be attracted to the planet.

Answer:

C. The rocket will be attracted to the planet