Question

you see a bright point of light in the night sky. over the course of a few minutes it blinks and moves its position relative to the other bright points of light in the sky. what is the best identification of this object? an airplane a star a planet a comet. 3 submission(s) remaining. submit hint feedback i give up! grade summary deductions potential 0% 100% submissions attempt(s) remaining: 3

Explanation:

Stars generally do not blink and move significantly in a few - minute time frame relative to other stars. Planets also do not blink rapidly and their movement is slower over longer periods. Comets are rarer and have a distinct tail which is not mentioned here. Airplanes have navigation lights that blink and can change position quickly in the sky, which matches the description of blinking and moving relative to other lights in a few - minute time frame.

Answer:

An airplane