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The transit method of planet detection works best for
 
  A) big planets in face-on orbits around small stars.
  B) big planets in edge-on orbits around small stars.
  C) Earth-like planets in any orbit.
  D) small planets in face-on orbits around big stars.
  E) small planets in edge-on orbits around big stars.

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To measure the mass of an astronomical object, one can observe the orbital period and distance of a companion.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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

B

Answer to Question 2

TRUE


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Reply #2 on: Jul 27, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Great! Please up vote :D


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