An Object Has Been Located Orbiting the Sun at a Distance

question 24

Multiple Choice

An object has been located orbiting the Sun at a distance of 65 AU.What is the approximate orbital period of this object?

• A)8.1 years
• B)65 years
• C)524 years
• D)4225 years

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Definitions:

Amortization Period

The total time period over which a loan or mortgage is scheduled to be paid off through regular payments.

Compounded Semi-annually

A method of calculating interest where the earned interest is added to the principal every six months, allowing interest to be earned on the previously earned interest.

Lump Payment

A single, large payment made at once, instead of breaking it into smaller installments.

Amortization Period

The length of time over which the principal amount of a loan, mortgage, or other debt is scheduled to be paid off.