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As observed from the earth, the sun appears to move in an approximate circular orbit. For the motion of another planet like mercury as observed from the earth, this would 

A

be similarly true

B

not be true because the force between the earth and mercury is not inverse square law

C

not be true because the major gravitational force on mercury is due to the sun

D

not be true because mercury is influenced by forces other then gravitational forces

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The correct Answer is:
C
`implies` The reasons are :
(1) Relative motion between the earth and  mercury.
(2) Major gravitational force on mercury is due to the sun.
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