Multiple Choice Question

A student creates two models to demonstrate phases of the Moon. The models are shown.

Two diagrams show Earth, the Sun, and the Moon. In the first diagram, Earth is in between the Sun and the Moon. In the second diagram, the Moon is in between Earth and the Sun.

Which moon phases can the models be used to demonstrate?
A.
Model 1 can be used to demonstrate a full moon, and Model 2 can be used to demonstrate a new moon.

B.
Model 1 can be used to demonstrate a new moon, and Model 2 can be used to demonstrate a third quarter moon.

C.
Model 1 can be used to demonstrate a full moon, and Model 2 can be used to demonstrate a waning crescent moon.

D.
Model 1 can be used to demonstrate a first quarter moon, and Model 2 can be used to demonstrate a waxing gibbous moon.

1 answer

D. Model 1 can be used to demonstrate a first quarter moon, and Model 2 can be used to demonstrate a waxing gibbous moon.
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