What causes the retrograde motion of mars? A.) Mars passes Earth since it orbits the sun faster B.) Mars moves backwards in its orbit for a brief time C.) Earth moves slower when it approaches Mars in its orbit D.) Earth passes Mars in its orbit since it orbits the sun faster
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