The Moon is farthest from the Earth at __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — apogee
Apogee designates the point in the Moon's elliptical orbit where it is at its greatest distance from the Earth. As explained in Bowditch, this maximum orbital separation results in the minimum apparent diameter and reduced horizontal parallax compared to perigee conditions.
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