Scientists have created an exact scale replica of a rover currently found on Mars and a miniature 3D landscape identical to that where the rover is currently located. Before sending the rover over the treacherous Martian landscape, they wish to try their model rover first. Which features make this a good model for the scientists to use?

A. It is simplified to leave out details, which makes it easier to understand.

B. It is based on sound scientific principles.

C. It can be used to make predictions.

D. It can be analyzed and shown to be reliable or un-reliable.

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Nancy Stephens

Chemistry

20 June, 22:48

Scientists have created an exact scale replica of a rover currently found on Mars and a miniature 3D landscape identical to that where the rover is currently located. Before sending the rover over the treacherous Martian landscape, they wish to try their model rover first. Which features make this a good model for the scientists to use?

A. It is simplified to leave out details, which makes it easier to understand.

B. It is based on sound scientific principles.

C. It can be used to make predictions.

D. It can be analyzed and shown to be reliable or un-reliable.

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Monica Jennings · Answer 1

D. It can be analyzed and shown to be reliable or un-reliable.

Explanation:

Trying the model out here on earth gives them a chance to observe what it would look like out there.

This will give them the chance to analyze the effectiveness of the rover and see if it can be reliable or not and if necessary adjustments should be made.