Physics Force & Motion MDCAT 2008
PMDC Verified Question 136 of 137
An ____ missile is called a ballistic missile.
A
Un-powered and guided
B
Powered and guided
C
Un-guided and powered
D
Un-powered and un-guided
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option D: Un-powered and un-guided
Concept:

A ballistic missile primarily relies on projectile motion for the majority of its flight.

Solution:

  • After the initial boost, it falls back to Earth under gravity alone, making it un-powered and un-guided during its ballistic arc.


Why other options are incorrect:

Powered and guided systems are cruise missiles.

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