Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. The asteroid belt is seen between Mars and Jupiter.
  2. Mars is also called Earth`s sister planet.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Statement 1 is correct. The asteroid belt is seen between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. Statement 2 is incorrect. Venus is classified as a terrestrial planet and is sometimes called Earth's sister planet owing to their similar size, gravity and bulk composition.

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