Question 1469Navigation General

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Capella is found in what constellation?

A Auriga
B Crab
C Gemini
D Libra
AI Explanation

The correct answer is A) Auriga. Capella is a bright star that is part of the constellation Auriga, the Charioteer. Auriga is a northern constellation that is easily visible in the night sky, especially during the winter months in the Northern Hemisphere. The other answer choices do not correspond to the constellation that Capella is associated with.

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