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A(n) _____ is a closed curve around two points called the foci, such that the total distance from one focus to the curve and back to the other focus remains constant.
 
  A) ellipse
  B) equant
  C) deferent
  D) paradigm

Question 2

Claudius Ptolemy created a mathematical model of the Aristotelian Universe in which a planet followed a small circle called the _____ that slid around a larger circle called the deferent.
 
  A) heterocycle
  B) epicycle
  C) pericycle
  D) hemicycle



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B



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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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