In the Figure Below, Which of the Dips in the Brightness

question 21

Multiple Choice

In the figure below, which of the dips in the brightness of the star is (are) caused by the transit of the planet with the largest orbital period?

• A) A
• B) B
• C) C
• D) A and B
• E) B and C

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Definitions:

Confidence interval

An extent of values, obtained via sample statistical analysis, seen as likely embracing the unknown value of a population attribute.

Random sample

A subset of individuals chosen from a larger set where each member has an equal chance of being selected.

Population proportion

The proportion of a specific group or characteristic within a defined population.

Margin of error

An indicator of the precision of an estimate, representing the range within which the true population parameter is expected to lie with a certain confidence level.