JEE Main Physics question

**Statement 1:** A rocket in flight is a system of varying mass. **Statement 2:** The rocket fuel is being consumed continuously.

(A)Statement 1 is true, Statement 2 is true; Statement 2 is a correct explanation for Statement 1Correct
(B)Statement 1 is true, Statement 2 is true; Statement 2 is not a correct explanation for Statement 1
(C)Statement 1 is true, Statement 2 is false
(D)Statement 1 is false, Statement 2 is true

Answer: (A)

Solution

As the rocket burns and ejects fuel continuously, its own mass steadily decreases

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Question ID VK-152973