JEE Main Physics question

Assertion: Space rockets are usually launched in the equatorial line from west to east. Reason: The acceleration due to gravity is minimum at the equator.

(A)Assertion is True, Reason is True; Reason is correct explanation for Assertion
(B)Assertion is True, Reason is True; Reason is not correct explanation for AssertionCorrect
(C)Assertion is True, Reason is False
(D)Assertion is False, Reason is True

Answer: (B)

Solution

Both statements are true independently, but the real reason for launching eastward at the equator is to gain the maximum extra boost from the earth's own rotational

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