In Order to Get Large Payloads into Space Using Chemical

question 26

Multiple Choice

In order to get large payloads into space using chemical rockets,

• A) multiple rocket stages are necessary
• B) extremely large single-staged rockets must be used
• C) very lightweight rockets
• D) rockets must be launched from the tops of tall mountains

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