Multiple Choice
Consider the statement: "Earth moves in a stable orbit around the Sun and is therefore in equilibrium".The statement is:
A) false, because no moving body can be in equilibrium
B) true, because the Earth does not fall into or fly away from the sun
C) false, because the Earth is rotating on its axis and no rotating body can be in equilibrium
D) false, because the Earth has a considerable acceleration
E) true, because if it were not in equilibrium then buildings and structures would not be stable
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