Which of the Following Methods Provides the Most Accurate Measurement

question 91

Multiple Choice

Which of the following methods provides the most accurate measurement of a distant planet's radius?

• A) the radial velocity method
• B) Earth-based radar measurements
• C) timing stellar occultations
• D) visible angular size measured by telescope
• E) timing wind patterns

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