Question

a rocket explodes as it begins to launch. as a result, the rocket is destroyed and debris is scattered around the launch site. which question would a scientist seek to answer? a. how much will it cost to clean up the launch site? b. for what purpose was the rocket being launched? c. why did the rocket explode? d. how will the explosion affect public opinion of the space program?

Explanation:

A scientist would focus on the scientific - related aspect of the rocket explosion. Cost - related (A) is more of a business or financial concern, the purpose of the launch (B) is not the immediate concern after an explosion, and public opinion (D) is a social science aspect. A scientist would want to know the scientific cause of the explosion.

Answer:

C. Why did the rocket explode?