If the Earth suddenly disappears, then in which direction will the Moon begin to move if no other celestial body affects it?

Moon will fly away tangentially

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Moon will continue orbiting

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Moon will fall to the surface of Earth

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The correct option is A Moon will fly away tangentially

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