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AssignmentMultiple Choice

The Earth-Sun-Moon System

Question 2 • AZ-Earth and Space Science A

Use the information from the article to answer the question. Asteroids and CometsWhich statement best explains the location of the asteroid belt?

Answer
A
Most asteroids can be found between Mars and Jupiter.
B
The formation of the solar system produced planets as well as asteroids orbiting the Sun.
C
The gravitational pull of the Sun brought all asteroids in the solar system together in one area.
D
The size of asteroids caused them to orbit the Sun at a similar distance.

Explanation

The asteroid belt is the region between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter where most asteroids are found. Choice A directly identifies that location. The other choices do not explain where the belt is: they describe the formation of solar-system objects or suggest incorrect causes.

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