Where are the Cepheid and RR Lyrae variable stars located on the H-R diagram?
A) just above and to the right of B type stars
B) just above and to the right of O type stars
C) in the variable strip
D) in the instability strip
E) outside the H-R diagram as missing items

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Cepheid and RR Lyrae variable stars are located in the instability strip on the H-R diagram, where stars are pulsating due to changes in temperature and luminosity.

Where Are the Cepheid and RR Lyrae Variable Stars Located