Why doesn't the Moon fall toward Earth like apples do?
A. Moon does fall, but it falls around Earth due to its tangential motion.
B. The great distance of the Moon prevents falling
C. Moon does fall but its great distance keeps it from getting closer.
D. Moon's small mass prevents falling.
Answer: A
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