Why does Artemis II fly near its separated upper stage?
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Answer: To practice flying near another spacecraft
To practice flying near another spacecraft ✓ — Correct! Artemis II uses the upper stage as a target for proximity operations, helping test how Orion and its crew handle flying near another spacecraft.
To refuel from the upper stage — Wrong. The upper stage is not there for refueling. It is mainly used as a practice target.
To tow it toward the Moon — Wrong. Orion is not towing the stage to the Moon. After the demo, the stage is disposed of.
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