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1.5.1a Forces, resultant force and motion

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Question 73

A comet in deep space approaches and passes near a massive planet.

What effects can the gravitational force between the planet and the comet have on the comet's motion?

A

It can alter the direction of the comet, slow it down, or speed it up.

B

It can alter the direction of the comet, or speed it up, but not slow it down.

C

It can alter the direction of the comet, or slow it down, but not speed it up.

D

It can slow down the comet, or speed it up, but not alter its direction.

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