The Motions of the Planets Against the Background Stars in the Sky

question 116

Multiple Choice

The motions of the planets against the background stars in the sky can BEST be described as

• A) regular patterns with general eastward motion interrupted by periods of westward motion.
• B) regular and uniform eastward motion.
• C) general eastward motion but with occasional stationary periods with no motion at all.
• D) regular patterns with general westward motion interrupted by periods of eastward motion.

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Definitions:

Distraction

A factor that diverts attention from the task at hand.

Verbal Aspect

A grammatical feature that expresses the time of action or state of being, indicating the completeness, duration, or repetition of an action.

Visuals

Images, diagrams, or graphics used to illustrate or enhance information.

Impact

The effect or influence of one thing on another, which can be positive, negative, or neutral.