How does the sun compare to most other stars in the universe?(1 point)

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The sun has a relatively average apparent magnitude and the lowest luminosity.
The sun has a relatively average apparent magnitude and the lowest luminosity.

The sun has a relatively average apparent magnitude and the highest luminosity.
The sun has a relatively average apparent magnitude and the highest luminosity.

The sun has the largest apparent magnitude and a relatively average luminosity.
The sun has the largest apparent magnitude and a relatively average luminosity.

The sun has the smallest apparent magnitude and a relatively average luminosity.

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The correct response is:

The sun has a relatively average apparent magnitude and a relatively average luminosity.

The sun is classified as a G-type main-sequence star (G dwarf) and has a luminosity that is considered average when compared to the vast range of star types in the universe. Additionally, while it is very bright from our perspective on Earth, its absolute brightness (or luminosity) is indeed average when considering all stars in the universe. The apparent magnitude of stars varies widely, so the sun's position in that spectrum would also be considered average when compared to distant stars.