Question

which statements about geocentric model and heliocentric model are true? select the two correct answers. (1 point) they both are models of the solar system. they both show the position of earth relative to the sun. they both show earth at the center of the solar system. they both show the sun at the center of the solar system. check answer remaining attempts: 3

Explanation:

1. Analyze "They both are models of the solar system": The geocentric (Earth - centered) and heliocentric (Sun - centered) models are both used to describe the structure and motion within the solar system, so this statement is true.
2. Analyze "They both show the position of Earth relative to the Sun": The geocentric model shows Earth as the center with the Sun orbiting around it, and the heliocentric model shows the Sun as the center with Earth orbiting around it. In both cases, the relative position of Earth with respect to the Sun is depicted (even if the central body is different), so this statement is true.
3. Analyze "They both show Earth at the center of the solar system": The heliocentric model has the Sun at the center, not Earth, so this is false.
4. Analyze "They both show the Sun at the center of the solar system": The geocentric model has Earth at the center, not the Sun, so this is false.

Answer:

A. They both are models of the solar system
B. They both show the position of Earth relative to the Sun