Why is angle subtended by sun on earth’s surface so small?

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Options:

A . Because sun is smaller than earth

B . Because of the large distance between earth and sun

C . Because of the small distance between earth and sun

D . Because sun is about the same size as that of earth

Answer: Option B
Answer: (b).Because of the large distance between earth and sun

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