When We Measure the Mass of a Planet Using the Doppler

question 74

Multiple Choice

When we measure the mass of a planet using the Doppler shift method, we know that it is mass

• A) could well be smaller
• B) could be larger or smaller
• C) is exactly as measured
• D) could well be larger

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

is the psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values.

Caveat Emptor

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Approach-Avoidance

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Utilitarian

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