Question

It is easiest in free space, where observations may and can be made?

• A. $g = L \sqrt{3} = 0$
• B. $g = \sqrt{3} L = a$
• C. $g = a \sqrt{3} L = 0$
• D. $g = L \sqrt{3} = \infty$

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

$g = a \sqrt{3} L = 0$

Answer 2

In free space, the acceleration due to gravity ($g$) is ideally zero. For observations to be "easiest," objects should also not be subjected to other accelerations ($a$) from external forces. Option 3 states $g=0$ and $a\sqrt{3}L=0$. Assuming $L$ is a non-zero physical length, $a\sqrt{3}L=0$ implies $a=0$. Therefore, option 3 represents the ideal conditions of zero gravitational acceleration and zero external acceleration, making it the most suitable answer for "easiest observations in free space."