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QuizMultiple Choice
Unit Test
Question 12 of 15 • MS-Algebra II
The equation shows the relationship between a planet’s orbital period, T, and the planet’s mean distance from the sun, A, in astronomical units, AU. If planet Y is k times the mean distance from the sun as planet X, by what factor is the orbital period increased?
Answer
A
k Superscript one-third
B
k Superscript one-half
C
k Superscript two-thirds
D
k Superscript three-halves