Regarding the validity of Ptolemy's and Copernicus' theories:
A) Ptolemy was proven wrong and Copernicus was proven right.
B) they were both wrong and useless theories.
C) they were both good theories, but Ptolemy's point of view ultimately turned out to be more useful.
D) they were both good theories, but Copernicus' point of view ultimately turned out to be more useful.
E) the experimental facts known in Copernicus' time tended to support Copernicus' theory over Ptolemy's.

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Copernicus' heliocentric model was more accurate and laid the groundwork for modern astronomy, despite initial resistance.

Regarding the Validity of Ptolemy's and Copernicus' Theories