Which one of the following is the best example of conceptual knowledge?
A) Knowing who shot Martin Luther King, Jr.
B) Remembering the twelve months of the year in their correct order
C) Knowing how to keep your balance on a bicycle even on a bumpy road
D) Knowing why the moon has different phases (e.g., half moon, full moon)

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Knowing why the moon has different phases requires understanding the concept of how the moon revolves around the Earth and how the amount of sunlight that reflects off the moon changes as it moves through its orbit. This is an example of conceptual knowledge, whereas the other options are more focused on factual or procedural knowledge.

Which One of the Following Is the Best Example of Conceptual