Molly measures a Hubble constant of 20 km/sec/million light-years. Sam measures a Hubble constant of 25 km/sec/million light-years. All other assumptions being the same, which person would estimate a LARGER age to the universe?

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The Hubble constant is inversely proportional to the age of the universe. This means that a smaller Hubble constant implies a larger age for the universe. Since Molly measures a smaller Hubble constant than Sam, she would estimate a larger age for the universe. Therefore, the correct answer is A) Molly.

Molly Measures a Hubble Constant of 20 Km/sec/million Light-Years