Before CCDs Were Invented, What Was the Device Most Commonly

question 23

Multiple Choice

Before CCDs were invented, what was the device most commonly used for imaging with optical telescopes?

• A) Polaroid cameras
• B) photographic glass plates
• C) 35-mm film
• D) high-speed film
• E) video cameras

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Definitions:

Capital Expenditures Budget

The Capital Expenditures Budget is a plan for the funds to be spent on long-term assets that will have a useful life beyond the current fiscal year, such as buildings, equipment, or vehicles.

Plant Assets

Long-term tangible assets used in the operation of a business that are not intended for resale.

Cash Budget

A financial plan that estimates cash inflows and outflows over a specific period, often used to manage liquidity.

Capital Expenditures Budget

A plan that details a company's projected spending on long-term assets, such as property, plant, and equipment, which are expected to provide benefits over multiple years.