Why do scientists consider Einstein's General Theory of Relativity to be a better theory of gravity than Newton's theory of gravity? a) Newton's theory was never useful, so it had to be replaced by something. b) The two theories always make very different predictions, and only Einstein's theory works. c) Einstein's gravity makes correct predictions in a few cases where Newton's theory does not. d) Einstein's theory is newer, and scientists always prefer newer theories.

Why do scientists consider Einstein's General Theory of Relativity to be a better theory of gravity than Newton's theory of gravity? a) Newton's theory was never useful, so it had to be replaced by something. b) The two theories always make very different predictions, and only Einstein's theory works. c) Einstein's gravity makes correct predictions in a few cases where Newton's theory does not. d) Einstein's theory is newer, and scientists always prefer newer theories.

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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ISBN:9781133939146

Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter7: Gravity

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