Theories About the Universe Quick Check 1 of 4

How is the formation of the
solar system related to the big
bang? (1 point)
The solar system was
formed before the big
bang created the first
stars.
The expansion of the
solar system caused
the big bang.
The solar system
formed about 9 billion
years after the big
bang.
The solar system
formed during the dark
ages directly after the
big bang.

1 answer

The correct answer is: The solar system formed about 9 billion years after the big bang.

This statement aligns with the current understanding of cosmic history, as the big bang occurred approximately 13.8 billion years ago, and the solar system formed about 4.6 billion years ago.