One of the Nearest Stars Is Alpha Centauri, Whose Distance

question 76

Multiple Choice

One of the nearest stars is Alpha Centauri, whose distance is 4.2 * 10¹⁶ m. How long does it take light to travel from Alpha Centauri to us?

• A) 1.25 seconds
• B) 8.3 minutes
• C) 4.4 years
• D) 560 years
• E) 6,200 years

Recognize the educational requirements and roles within public, community, and community-based nursing.

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