An Extraterrestrial Observer Would Pick Up the Strongest Radio Signals

question 76

Multiple Choice

An extraterrestrial observer would pick up the strongest radio signals when

• A) the Earth was at perihelion.
• B) North America was either rising or setting for the observer.
• C) at new or full moon.
• D) North America was directly in front of the observers.
• E) the Super Bowl is on.

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