Multiple choice

Why does the Sun look the same size as the Moon.  Because…. 

  1. The Sun is the same size

  2. The Sun is 400 times the size and 400 times the distance

  3. The Sun is 4 times the size but 2 times closer.

  4. The Moon is farther and therefore looks the same size.

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Sun is about 400 times larger than the Moon in diameter, and it is also about 400 times farther away from Earth, which makes them appear to be the same size in the sky.

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