Extinction by the Interstellar Medium Dims Starlight by About 2

question 30

Multiple Choice

Extinction by the interstellar medium dims starlight by about 2 magnitudes for every 1,000 pc the light travels.If a star is observed to have a magnitude of 7,and it is determined to be at a distance of 2,000 pc,what would the magnitude be if there was no extinction?

• A) 7
• B) 1.75
• C) 28
• D) 11
• E) 3

Appreciate the difficulty in quantifying intangible benefits of sustainability efforts.

Define stakeholders and explain their role and influence in sustainability.

Explore the role of management accountants in advancing sustainability through cost management and performance measures in supply chains.

Understand the different costs associated with quality and their impact on the production process.

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