Which of the following statements best describes the limitations of Newtonian physics?
A) As far as we know, Newtonian physics is correct in all situations.
B) At high speeds, or at small sizes, or for large distances, Newtonian physics is incorrect.
C) At very high speeds, or at very small sizes, or for gases and liquids, Newtonian physics gives very incorrect predictions.
D) At very high speeds, Newtonian physics gives very incorrect predictions, and is correct in other situations.
E) Newtonian physics is approximately correct, to within 1 or 2 percent, in all situations.
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