If the Absolute Magnitude, M, of a Supernova Is −19 $10^{(m - M + 5)/5}$

question 113

Multiple Choice

If the absolute magnitude, M, of a supernova is −19 and a galaxy is found that contains a supernova with an apparent magnitude, m, of 16. What is the distance to the galaxy Hint: dpc = $10^{(m - M + 5) /5}$

• A)100 AU
• B)100 pc
• C)100 ly
• D)100 kpc
• E)100 Mpc

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