Question

53. With reference to ‘Falcon 9’, consider the following statements:
1. It is a single-stage rocket designed and manufactured by Space-X.
2. It was designed from the outset to deliver humans into space.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B Only 2

Falcon 9 is a two-stage rocket designed and manufactured by SpaceX for the reliable and safe transport of satellites and the Dragon spacecraft into orbit. As the first rocket completely developed in the 21st century, Falcon 9 was designed from the ground up for maximum reliability. Falcon 9 delivers payloads to space aboard the Dragon spacecraft or inside a composite fairing. Falcon 9 made history in 2012 when it delivered Dragon into the correct orbit for rendezvous with the International Space Station, making SpaceX the first commercial company ever to visit the station. Since then SpaceX has made multiple flights to the space station, both delivering and returning cargo for NASA. Falcon 9, along with the Dragon spacecraft, was designed from the outset to deliver humans into space and under an agreement with NASA; SpaceX is actively working toward that goal