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The table below shows the period of revolution of some unknown planets of equal mass.

Period of Revolution
Planet Period of Revolution
W 1.9 years
X 11.8 years
Which of the following best explains which planet is farther from the sun?

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Planet W, because gravity is inversely proportional to the square of distance

Planet X, because gravity is inversely proportional to the square of distance

Planet X, because the sun exerts a greater gravitational force on it than on planet W

Planet W, because the sun exerts a greater gravitational force on it than on planet X

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User Hyelim
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Answer: Planet X, because gravity is inversely proportional to the square of distance

Explanation: i just did the test and i put C i was wrong. its B

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User Dhaval Purohit
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Answer:

Planet X, because the sun exerts a greater gravitational force on it than on planet W

Step-by-step explanation:

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