Which one of the following affects the rate at which the Moon goes through its phases?
A)the rotation period of the Moon about its axis
B)the rotation period of Earth about its axis
C)the period of Earth's motion around the Sun
D)the period of the Moon's motion around Earth

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The rate at which the Moon goes through its phases is determined by the period of the Moon's motion around Earth. As the Moon orbits around Earth, its position relative to the Sun changes, causing different amounts of sunlight to reflect off its surface, resulting in the different phases. Therefore, the period of the Moon's motion around Earth directly affects the rate at which it goes through its phases.

Which One of the Following Affects the Rate at Which