Objects in space can be in motion forever until an unbalanced force acts on them. If the force of gravity between the Earth and the Sun was no longer present, the Earth would-

Objects in space can be in motion forever until an unbalanced force acts on them. If the force of gravity between the Earth and the Sun was no longer present, the Earth would-

begin orbiting the next largest body.

continue moving in a straight line away from the Sun.

be pulled into the Sun.

take the place of the Sun as the center of the solar system.

continue moving in a straight line away from the Sun.