The correct answer is A. It correctly explained the motion of the planets.
Although the geocentric model was later proved incorrect, it was widely accepted for more than a thousand years because it provided a satisfactory explanation for the apparent motion of the planets in the sky. According to this model, Earth is at the center of the universe, and the motion of the planets was thought to be a result of complex combinations of circular motions. This model was able to accurately predict the position of the planets in the night sky for centuries, leading to its widespread acceptance.
Why was the geocentric model accepted for more than a thousand years?
A. It correctly explained the motion of the planets.
B. It correctly described the solar system.
C. It was confirmed by astronomers using telescopes.
D. It correctly explained the distribution of the stars.
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