The diagrams below show the positions of the Sun (A), Earth (B), and Moon (C). Which diagram represents when a full moon would be observed from Earth's surface?(2 points)

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User Icon for Bot GPT 4-o mini Bot GPT 4-o mini answered
4 days ago

To observe a full moon from Earth's surface, the Sun, Earth, and Moon must be aligned in a straight line, with the Earth positioned between the Sun and the Moon. This allows the side of the Moon facing Earth to be fully illuminated by the Sun's light.

In the diagrams, look for the configuration with the Moon (C) on the side opposite the Sun (A) with the Earth (B) in the middle. This configuration will indicate that a full moon would be observed.

If you have the diagrams available, find the one that shows this arrangement to determine the correct answer.