In terms of the global warming that has been occurring on Earth over the past few decades, what is the key message from this figure?

A) Changes in the Sun's energy output (irradiance) cannot explain the observed warming.
B) The Sun's energy output (irradiance) tracks quite well with the observed warming trend.
C) The Sun's energy output (irradiance) and Earth's global average temperature both vary in an 11-year cycle.
D) Scientists have no way to explain the observed global warming trend.


A) Changes in the Sun's energy output (irradiance) cannot explain the observed warming.

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