Multiple choice general knowledge

Virgo, Taurus and the Southern Cross are a few of the most commonly known constellations, but how many constellations are there altogether?

  1. 99

  2. 88

  3. 77

  4. 12
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The International Astronomical Union (IAU) officially recognizes 88 constellations in the night sky. These were standardized in 1922 to provide a consistent mapping system for astronomers worldwide. The other numbers (99, 77, 12) have no official astronomical basis.

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