Our understanding of the solar system has come in a way that can best be described as:
A)constant since prehistoric times.
B)slow and steady since the discovery of the telescope by Galileo.
C)erratic, with spurts when new planets were found.
D)steady until the last decade, when the decline in the space program slowed it a great deal.
E)explosive, with us learning more in the past few decades than in all previous history.

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Our understanding of the solar system has dramatically increased in the past few decades with advancements in technology such as spacecraft and telescopes. We have been able to explore and gather data on planets, asteroids, and other celestial bodies like never before, resulting in an explosive growth in our knowledge. In recent years, technological advancements have allowed us to explore the solar system in ways that were previously impossible. The discovery of new planets, moons, and other celestial bodies has skyrocketed, allowing us to gain an unprecedented understanding of our corner of the universe. Additionally, groundbreaking missions such as the Voyager and Cassini missions have allowed us to collect vast amounts of data and images, further enhancing our understanding.

Our Understanding of the Solar System Has Come in a Way