If the Absolute Magnitude, M, of a Supernova Is -19

question 39

Multiple Choice

If the absolute magnitude, M, of a supernova is -19 and a galaxy is found that contains a supernova with an apparent magnitude, m, of 16. What is the distance to the galaxy? Hint: d_pc = 10^{(m - M + 5) /5}

• A) 100 AU
• B) 100 pc
• C) 100 ly
• D) 100 kpc
• E) 100 Mpc

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