Question

why was it difficult for people to accept a heliocentric concept of the solar system?
scientists had no way to explain retrograde motion.
scientists did not check or confirm other scientists ideas.
information was published in italian and people could not understand it.
aristotle was famous and his ideas were supported by religious teachings.

Explanation:

Aristotle's geocentric view was ingrained. His influence and its alignment with religious beliefs made it hard to accept the heliocentric model.

Answer:

D. Aristotle was famous and his ideas were supported by religious teachings.