What is the cause of Jupiter's slight flattening, which results in an equatorial diameter 6% greater than its polar diameter?

A) its rapid spin cycle
B) its massive gravitational pull
C) nuclear fission within its core
D) its frequent reversal of its magnetic poles


Answer: A

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