Which of the following Pluto observations did not help convince scientists to change Pluto's status from that of a planet?
A)discovery of the Kuiper Belt
B)discovery of seasonal atmosphere,similar to comets
C)discovery of large Kuiper Belt Objects
D)discovery of Pluto's 5 moons

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The discovery of Pluto's 5 moons did not play a significant role in the decision to change Pluto's status from a planet, as the number of moons a planet has is not a determining factor in its classification. The discovery of the Kuiper Belt, seasonal atmosphere, and large Kuiper Belt objects, on the other hand, provided strong evidence for reclassifying Pluto as a dwarf planet.

Which of the Following Pluto Observations Did Not Help Convince