The heliocentric model of the solar system gained preference over the early Greek epicycle model because

A. the heliocentric model was simpler.
B. only the heliocentric model could explain retrograde motion.
C. the heliocentric model gave a more accurate description of observed planetary motions.


Answer: A

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