Does the Moon orbit the Sun?

A. Yes. It goes in a circle about the Sun.
B. No. It orbits Earth.
C. Yes, but it also orbits Earth.
D. No, but it would if Earth were not present.


Answer: C. Yes, but it also orbits Earth.

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A. 1.6 B. 2.9 C. 3.2 D. 4.9 E. 5.8

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Mercury is thought to have shrunk when it for forming

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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