Other than the Sun and Moon, the brightest object in the sky is __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — Venus
According to Bowditch and astronomical data, Venus achieves an apparent magnitude far exceeding all stars, ranking as the third brightest celestial object visible from Earth after only the Sun and the Moon.
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