The retrograde portion of a planet's motion has what duration?
A) a few days to a few weeks
B) a few weeks to a few months
C) a few days to a few months
D) a few weeks to a few years

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Retrograde motion of a planet, from an Earth-based perspective, typically lasts for a few weeks to a few months. This apparent backward motion occurs due to the relative positions and movements of Earth and the other planet along their orbits.

The Retrograde Portion of a Planet's Motion Has What Duration