One of the methods used to date supernova remnants (the remains of exploded stars) today is by using
A. the works of Ptolemy.
B. the records of ancient Chinese, Japanese, and Korean astronomers.
C. Kepler's laws.
D. the notebooks of Galileo.
Answer: B
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