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Chapter 3, Problem 41Q
(a)
To determine
Whether the total solar eclipse would be more common, less common, or just as common as they are now, if the diameter of the Moon was doubled and keeping the orbit of the Moon same as before.
(b)
To determine
To explain: The reason for not having the total solar eclipse if the diameter of the Moon was halved and keeping the orbit of the Moon same as before.
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