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Consider the following statements in respect of a jet engine and a rocket

Consider the following statements in respect of a jet engine and a rocket:
1. A jet engine uses the surrounding air for its oxygen supply and so is unsuitable for motion in space.
2. A rocket carries its own supply of oxygen in the gas form, and fuel.

(a)

1 only

(b)

2 only

(c)

Both 1 and 2

(d)

Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(c)

Explanation

Both statements are correct: jet engines need atmospheric oxygen, while rockets carry their own oxygen supply.