Is the moon accelerated?
A) No, because there is no gravity in space.
B) No, because the gravitational force on it is balanced by the centrifugal force.
C) Yes, its acceleration is directed forward, along its direction of motion.
D) Yes, its acceleration is directed outward away from Earth.
E) Yes, its acceleration is directed inward toward Earth.

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The moon is in a state of continuous free-fall towards Earth due to gravity, which provides the centripetal acceleration needed to keep it in orbit. This acceleration is directed inward, towards Earth.

Is the Moon Accelerated