Why Does the Moon Appear Larger at the Horizon Than

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Multiple Choice

Why does the moon appear larger at the horizon than when it is higher in the sky?​

• A)The atmosphere acts like a magnifying glass.
• B)​It is an optical illusion.
• C)​Certain colors of light travel faster than others.
• D)​The moon actually is closer to Earth when it is at the horizon.

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