The Figure Shows the Moon Orbiting Around Earth

question 8

Multiple Choice

The figure shows the moon orbiting around Earth. Suppose that the direction of the moon's motion is counter- clockwise. Is any net force exerted on the moon?

• A) Yes, in the direction of arrow B.
• B) Yes, in the direction of arrow A.
• C) Yes, in the direction of arrow C.
• D) No, because no net force is needed to keep an object moving.
• E) No, because the individual forces acting on the moon all balance out to yield a net force of zero.

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