Each of the Following Statement Correctly Compares Gamma Ray Bursts

question 336

Multiple Choice

Each of the following statement correctly compares gamma ray bursts with X-ray bursts EXCEPT ONE.Which is the exception?

• A) Gamma ray bursts occur only once. X-ray bursts can repeat.
• B) Gamma ray bursts originate all over the sky. X-ray bursts come mostly from the galactic plane.
• C) In general, gamma ray bursts carry less energy than X-ray bursts.
• D) Gamma ray bursts appear to originate at the beginning of a supernova explosion. X-ray bursts original in binary systems.

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Definitions:

Gain on Disposal

The profit earned from selling a capital asset for more than its book value.

Straight-line Method

A method of calculating depreciation of an asset, dividing the difference between its cost and salvage value by the total number of years it is expected to be in use.

Salvage Value

The expected financial return on an asset at the time of its disposal after its serviceable life has concluded.

Depreciation Expense

The allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting wear and tear or obsolescence.