Aerospace Engineering > GATE 2016 > Rocket Propulsion
For a given chamber pressure, the thrust of a rocket engine is highest when
A
the rocket is operating at its design altitude.
B
the rocket is operating in vacuum.
C
the rocket is operating at sea-level.
D
there is a normal shock in the rocket nozzle.

Correct : b

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