Question 1457Navigation General

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Miaplacidus is found in what constellation?

A Carina
B Puppis
C Hydrus
D Centaurus
AI Explanation

A) Carina is the correct answer. Miaplacidus is the second-brightest star in the constellation Carina, the Keel. Carina is a southern constellation visible from latitudes south of 25°N. As the name suggests, Miaplacidus is located within the boundaries of the Carina constellation. The other answer choices are incorrect as they refer to different constellations - Puppis, Hydrus, and Centaurus - in which Miaplacidus is not found.

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