Astronomy Today (9th Edition)
Astronomy Today (9th Edition)
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780134450278
Author: Eric Chaisson, Steve McMillan
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 9MC
To determine

The correct option, from the following options, that a smaller Earth will result in, using the Figure 1.30(“Parallax”).

(a) A smaller parallax angle.

(b) A shorter distance measured to the object.

(c) A larger apparent displacement.

(d) Stars appearing closer together.

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