On the Basis of Its Appearance and General Properties,which Planetary

question 597

Multiple Choice

On the basis of its appearance and general properties,which planetary body could be described as Earth's twin?

• A) Mars-somewhat smaller but with a similar surface, a thin atmosphere, and clouds
• B) the Moon-somewhat smaller but having the same average density and geology
• C) Pluto-similar size and density, a large moon, and probably life on its surface
• D) Venus-about the same mass and diameter, dense atmosphere, and cloud-shrouded

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Definitions:

Fixed Assets

Long-term tangible assets that are used in the operations of a business and are not expected to be converted to cash in the short term, such as property, plant, and equipment.

Investing Activities

Activities such as purchase and sale of plant and equipment and placing excess cash in stocks, bonds, and notes of other companies.

Purchase

A Purchase refers to the acquisition of goods or services in exchange for money, contributing to the assets or expenses of a business.

Sale

A transaction between two parties where the buyer receives goods, service, or asset in exchange for money.