As a space shuttle is launched into orbit,the direction of its acceleration
A)always points upward.
B)always points downward.
C)varies between pointing upward and pointing downward.
D)stays constant.

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The direction of acceleration varies as the shuttle ascends; initially, it points upward to overcome gravity, but as it reaches orbit, the direction changes to adjust the trajectory and speed.

As a Space Shuttle Is Launched into Orbit,the Direction of Its