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Why was the geocentric model accepted for more than a thousand years?(1 point)
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It correctly explained the motion of the planets.
It correctly explained the motion of the planets.

It was confirmed by astronomers using telescopes.
It was confirmed by astronomers using telescopes.

It correctly explained the distribution of the stars.
It correctly explained the distribution of the stars.

It correctly described the solar system.

Answer 1

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None of these responses accurately describe why the geocentric model was accepted for more than a thousand years. The correct answer is: It was widely accepted due to its alignment with religious and philosophical beliefs at the time.

Answer 2

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The main reason why the geocentric model was accepted for more than a thousand years is because it was believed to correctly explain the motion of the planets.