Multiple choice general knowledge

Which of the following planets rotates clock wise ?

  1. Pluto

  2. Mercury

  3. Saturn

  4. Venus
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Explanation

Venus rotates clockwise (retrograde rotation) as viewed from above its north pole. Most planets including Mercury, Saturn, and Pluto rotate counter-clockwise. Venus's unusual rotation is likely due to a massive impact early in its history or atmospheric tides.

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