Which prediction of the theory of general relativity was the first to be tested by scientists?
A) The Earth will experience a solar eclipse in 1919.
B) Mercury will advance in its orbit by 43 seconds of arc.
C) The strong gravitational field of the Sun will bend light coming from a distant star.
D) Newtonian physics applies only to large masses.
E) Length contraction will occur in particle accelerators.
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