Question

question 17 (multiple choice worth 3 points) oss.06 which of these most likely causes a total solar eclipse? the sun, moon at perigee, and earth forming a triangle the sun, moon at apogee, and earth forming a triangle the new moon at apogee coming between earth and the sun along a straight line the new moon at perigee coming between earth and the sun along a straight line

Explanation:

A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon completely blocks the Sun's light as seen from Earth. This requires the Moon to be between the Earth and the Sun (new moon phase) and along a straight line (syzygy). Perigee is when the Moon is closest to Earth, making it appear larger, which is ideal for a total eclipse. A triangle formation (first two options) won't block the Sun. Apogee (Moon farthest from Earth) makes the Moon appear smaller, less likely for a total eclipse. So the new moon at perigee in a straight line with Earth and Sun causes it.

Answer:

the new moon at perigee coming between Earth and the sun along a straight line