How Is the Age of the Galaxy Determined

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Multiple Choice

How is the age of the galaxy determined

• A)measuring the metallicity of Population II stars
• B)finding the turnoff point in the H-R diagram of globular clusters
• C)from the motion of stars in the galactic halo
• D)counting the number of open clusters in the spiral arms

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Definitions:

Net Method

An accounting method that records the net of discounts or expenses directly on invoices at the time of purchase or sale.

Selling Price

The price at which a product or service is sold to customers, reflecting the cost plus any added profit margin.

Acquisition Differential

This refers to the difference between the purchase price of a company and the fair value of its identifiable net assets.

Straight Line Amortization

A method of gradually writing off the initial cost of an asset over its useful life in equal installments.