We Can Estimate the Mass of the Galaxy from Observations

question 59

Short Answer

We can estimate the mass of the Galaxy from observations of its ________ curve.

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Definitions:

Share Repurchase

A corporate action in which a company buys back its own shares from the marketplace, often to increase the value of remaining shares.

Cash Dividend Payment

A cash dividend payment is a distribution of profits by a corporation to its shareholders in the form of cash.

Outstanding Stock

The total shares of stock that are owned by investors, including shares held by institutional investors and company insiders.

Regular Cash Dividend

A fixed amount paid to shareholders out of a company's profits on a regular schedule.