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Which was the first successful Mars rover mission launched by NASA in 1996?

7. Which was the first successful Mars rover mission launched by NASA in 1996?

1. Mars Locater
2. Mars Pathfinder
3. Sojourner
4. Spirit

Answer

The correct answer is: B) Mars Pathfinder

Explanation

Mars Pathfinder was the first successful Mars rover mission launched by NASA in 1996. It was launched on December 4, 1996, and landed on Mars Ares Vallis on July 4, 1997.