Question

question 1 (2 points) passage 1: a new discovery has prompted astronomers to rethink one of their most basic assumptions regarding the types of solar systems that can support life. previously, astronomers believed that any solar system containing more than one sun would produce an orbit too volatile to support an earth - like planet. however, recent images from the kepler spacecraft have uncovered evidence of a two - star system—what astronomers call a binary system—with a stable orbit containing at least one planetary body. → the target audience for this passage would most likely include a(n) a scientist who wants to evaluate a peer’s recent research b dentist who has a general interest in science and astronomy c government official who is assessing the success of the kepler project d aviator worried about impending atmospheric conditions e third grade student who is learning the basics of astronomy

Explanation:

The passage discusses a new astronomical discovery. It is not highly technical for a peer - review context, nor is it about the project's success assessment. It is more complex than basic astronomy for a third - grader. An aviator's concern is about the atmosphere, not this discovery. A dentist with a general interest in science and astronomy would be a likely audience as the content is accessible yet of scientific interest.

Answer:

B. dentist who has a general interest in science and astronomy