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CORALGRILL2014

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If the Universe were infinitely large, infinitely old, and static, then the CMB would appear uniform (i.e., homogenous and isotropic).
 
  a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

A center or an edge of the Universe would be a special place, contradicting the cosmological principle.
 
  a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

True
RATIONALE: Refer to static universe of Einstein, Olbers's paradox, homogeneous, isotropic, and the CMB.

Answer to Question 2

True


CORALGRILL2014

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Reply #2 on: Jul 27, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 27, 2018
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