Variable Stars Such as Cepheid Variables Are Used in What

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Multiple Choice

Variable stars such as Cepheid variables are used in what important measurement in astronomy?

• A) the measurement of the distances to stars
• B) the measurement of the rotation speeds of galaxies
• C) the measurement of the surface temperatures of stars
• D) the keeping of accurate time

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