An astronomer is studying two stars that are the same distance from Earth. Star X appears brighter than star Y. Which statement best explains this observation?
Star X is larger than star Y. Star Y is larger than star X. Star X reflects the Sun’s light better than star Y. Star Y reflects the Sun’s light better than star X.
Question: An astronomer is studying two stars that are the same distance from Earth. Star X appears brighter than star Y. Which statement best explains this observation?
A. Star X is larger than star Y.
B. Star Y is larger than star X.
C. Star X reflects the Sun’s light better than star Y.
D. Star Y reflects the Sun’s light better than star X.
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