Which of the following would happen to the Earth's radiative equilibrium temperature if the sun suddenly began emitting more energy?

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The radiative equilibrium temperature of the Earth is the temperature at which incoming solar radiation is balanced by outgoing thermal radiation from the Earth's surface and atmosphere. If the sun suddenly began emitting more energy, it would increase the amount of incoming solar radiation and upset the balance. This would cause the radiative equilibrium temperature to increase.

Which of the Following Would Happen to the Earth's Radiative