According to What We Now Know from Newton's Laws, Which

question 68

Multiple Choice

According to what we now know from Newton's laws, which of the following best explains why Kepler's second law is true?

• A) A planet's total orbital energy must be conserved as it moves around its orbit.
• B) Orbits must be elliptical in shape.
• C) Gravity is an inverse cube law.
• D) This effect happens because of the influence of other planets on a particular planet's orbit.

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Definitions:

Behavior Therapy

A type of psychotherapy that focuses on modifying negative behaviors and thought patterns.

Symptom Substitution

A hypothesis in some psychological schools of thought that a symptom will be replaced by another if the underlying cause of the symptom is not addressed.

Behavioral Activation

A therapy technique designed to help patients engage more in their lives through activities that are aligned with their values, to combat depression.

Avoidance Behaviors

Actions taken to prevent or evade experiencing uncomfortable or distressing thoughts, feelings, or situations.