141006
AssignmentMultiple Choice

The Expanding Universe

Question 141006 • WV-Earth and Space Science A-CR

Which hypothesis is most supported by astronomers?

Answer
A
The universe is currently expanding and will continue to expand.
B
Stars could burn out, causing the universe to become dark and cold.
C
Gravity could pull galaxies back together, causing a reverse of the big bang.
D
Dark energy will pull the universe together to form a massive black hole.

Explanation

Astronomers observe that the universe is expanding, and evidence indicates that this expansion is accelerating, likely because of dark energy. That makes continued expansion the best-supported choice. The universe may eventually become very cold and dark as stars burn out, but choice B describes a possible consequence of expansion rather than the best-supported hypothesis about the universe’s overall future.

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