At what point in its orbit does Jupiter appear to be brightest when viewed from Earth?
A) At opposition
B) Its brightness does not vary with orbital position because of its almost circular orbit.
C) At conjunction
D) When the Earth-Jupiter line is at a right angle to the Sun-Jupiter line

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Jupiter appears brightest when viewed from Earth at opposition, which is when it is directly opposite to the Sun in the sky. This occurs because the Sun illuminates Jupiter from behind the Earth, making it appear brighter and easier to see.

At What Point in Its Orbit Does Jupiter Appear to Be