A Principal Factor Contributing to the Loss of the Space

question 7

Multiple Choice

A principal factor contributing to the loss of the space shuttle Challenger was that

• A) its payload was too heavy.
• B) there were no experienced astronauts on board.
• C) the weather in Florida was unusually cold.
• D) it was hit by lightning.
• E) NASA was experimenting with a new type of fuel.

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