Question

Based on the diagram, which statements about stellar evolution are true? Select the two correct answers.

(1 point)
Responses

Massive stars evolve more slowly than average stars.
Massive stars evolve more slowly than average stars.

Massive and average stars evolve at about the same speed.
Massive and average stars evolve at about the same speed.

Average stars evolve more quickly than massive stars.
Average stars evolve more quickly than massive stars.

Massive stars evolve more quickly than average stars.
Massive stars evolve more quickly than average stars.

Average stars evolve more slowly than massive stars.

Answer 1

The two correct statements about stellar evolution are:

1. Massive stars evolve more quickly than average stars.
2. Average stars evolve more slowly than massive stars.

These statements reflect the understanding that more massive stars have shorter lifespans and evolve through their stages much more rapidly compared to average (or less massive) stars.