Why Is There a Limit to the Size of the Observable

question 39

Multiple Choice

Why is there a limit to the size of the observable universe?

• A) because the universe has a finite radius
• B) because galaxies appear to be moving away from us
• C) because the sky is dark at night
• D) because the universe has a finite age

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