Question

Tim made an observation that the stars appear to move across the night sky. He inferred that Earth sits still as the stars move. Based on what you know, what can you tell Tim about his inference? (2 points)

a
It is correct because stars in the sky move.

b
It is correct because the sun orbits Earth.

c
It is incorrect because the stars and Earth move.

d
It is incorrect because the Earth moves.

Answer 1

Explanation:

Tim made an observation that the stars appear to move across the night sky. He inferred that Earth sits still as the stars move. Based on what you know, what can you tell Tim about his inference? (2 points)

a

It is correct because stars in the sky move.

b

It is correct because the sun orbits Earth.

c

It is incorrect because the stars and Earth move.

d

It is incorrect because the Earth moves.

Answer 2

(d) is correct one.