If a kiloparsec (kpc) is equal to 1000 parsecs, how many light years is a kiloparsec equal to?

Question

3,260 light years
3.26 light years
3 million light years
2, 260 light years

Answer 1

A parsec (pc) is equivalent to approximately 3.26 light years.

Therefore, a kiloparsec (kpc), which is equal to 1000 parsecs, would be equal to 1000 multiplied by 3.26 light years.

So, a kiloparsec is equal to 3260 light years.