Multiple Choice
Why do we always see the same side of the Moon?
A) A given location on Earth will always see the same side, but each location sees a different portion as the Moon rotates once each day.
B) The Moon does not rotate; it only orbits Earth.
C) The Moon is motionless; it only appears to orbit Earth because Earth is rotating.
D) The Moon rotates on its axis at the same rate it orbits Earth.
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