Which statement best describes the galaxies closest to the Milky Way? (1 point)

Question

O These galaxies are independent of and unaffected by the Milky Way's gravitational pull.
O These galaxies consist of mostly old stars.
• These galaxies include irregular, spiral, and elliptical types.
• These galaxies are all identified as spiral.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes the galaxies closest to the Milky Way is:

• These galaxies include irregular, spiral, and elliptical types.

This reflects the variety of galaxy types found within the Local Group, which includes the Milky Way and its neighboring galaxies.