Multiple Choice
In an extrasolar planetary system containing a single planet, the parent star is measured to move about its center of mass every 24 years. Given this, what is the orbital period of the planet?
A) 48 years
B) this cannot be determined from this observation
C) 12 years
D) 24 years
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