What Was the MOST Important Difference Between the Development of Isaac

question 65

Multiple Choice

What was the MOST important difference between the development of Isaac Newton's theory of planetary motion and that of Johannes Kepler?

• A) Newton developed his theory from basic physical assumptions, whereas Kepler simply adjusted his theory to fit the data.
• B) Newton lived in England, which is famous for clear skies, whereas Kepler lived on the continent, which is notorious for bad weather.
• C) Newton based his theory on accurate telescopic observations, whereas Kepler used observations made by eye.
• D) Newton lived in a freer political climate, whereas Kepler risked house arrest if his theory opposed the Bible or Aristotle.

---

Definitions:

Search for an Object

A cognitive milestone in child development where a child learns that objects continue to exist even when they are not seen, leading to behaviors such as looking for hidden objects.

Problem Solving

The process of identifying a challenge and finding an effective solution to overcome it.

Final Substage

The last phase or period in a series of developmental stages or processes, indicating the completion of a certain developmental sequence.