Rotational velocity outside the visible boundary of our Galaxy is ________ than would be expected on the basis of observed stars and gas, indicating the presence of ________.

A. higher; dark matter
B. smaller; white dwarfs
C. zero; a vacuum
D. lower; gas


Answer: A

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