Approximately how far is the Sun from the center of the galaxy?
A) 27 light-years
B) 270 light-years
C) 2,700 light-years
D) 27,000 light-years
E) 27 million light-years
D
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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What will be an ideal response?
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A) upslope. B) downslope. C) rain shadow. D) downslope and/or rain shadow.