Multiple Choice
The major property that differentiates a dwarf planet from a major planet is that dwarf planets
A) are not perfect spheres.
B) are composed of mostly water ice.
C) are found beyond Neptune's orbit.
D) are not the single dominant object in their orbit.
E) may not have moons.
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