The Absolute Magnitude of a Star Is Its Brightness as Seen

question 95

Multiple Choice

The absolute magnitude of a star is its brightness as seen from a distance of:

• A)one million kilometers.
• B)one astronomical unit.
• C)one light-year.
• D)ten parsecs.
• E)10 light-years.

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