Question

12. Why was the geocentric model accepted for more than a thousand years?

O It correctly explained the motion of the planets.
O It correctly described the solar system.
O It was confirmed by astronomers using telescopes.
O It correctly explained the distribution of the stars.

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

O It correctly explained the motion of the planets.

The geocentric model, proposed by the ancient Greek philosopher Ptolemy, placed the Earth at the center of the universe with all other celestial bodies, including the planets, orbiting around it. This model was widely accepted for more than a thousand years because it accurately explained the observed motion of the planets in the night sky.