Astronomy Today Volume 2: Stars and Galaxies (9th Edition)
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Author: Eric Chaisson, Steve McMillan
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 2, Problem 1MC
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The correct option, from the following options, for the rise of the planets near opposition,
(a) rise in the east.
(b) rise in the west.
(c) do not rise or set.
(d) have larger deferents.
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Astronomy Today Volume 2: Stars and Galaxies (9th Edition)
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