How Do We Know the Expansion of the Universe Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

How do we know the expansion of the universe is accelerating?

• A) We see more of the universe every night, as the observable universe grows in size.
• B) Redshifts of distant galaxies are increasing with time, so when we repeat the measurements, the redshifts are larger.
• C) The rotation curves of galaxies indicate the universe is speeding up.
• D) We're really not that sure the expansion is accelerating, it's all just a theory.
• E) White dwarf supernova in distant galaxies are fainter than they would be if the expansion were not accelerating.

Understand the determinants of supply in the market.

Differentiate between movements along the supply curve and shifts in the supply curve.

Identify factors that cause an increase or decrease in the supply of a good.

Understand the impact of technological advancements on the supply of goods.

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Definitions:

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