Why Does Mars Appear to Brighten During Its Retrograde Motion

question 51

Multiple Choice

Why does Mars appear to brighten during its retrograde motion?

• A) Mars is closest to the Sun during this time.
• B) Mars is closest to Earth during this time.
• C) Mars is observed in a nearly full phase during this time.
• D) Mars receives more direct sunlight during this time.

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