How long is the main-sequence lifetime of a star with 3 times the Sun's mass compared to the lifetime of the Sun? (See Table 19-1 of Universe, 11th ed.)

A)about 3 times as long
B)about 1/500 as long
C)about 1/15 as long
D)about 1/3 as long

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How long is the main-sequence lifetime of a star with 3 times the Sun's mass compared to the lifetime of the Sun? (See Table 19-1 of Universe, 11th ed.)
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A)about 3 times as long 
B)about 1/500 as long 
C)about 1/15 as long 
D)about 1/3 as long

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The Answer of How long is the main-sequence lifetime of a star with 3 times the Sun's mass compared to the lifetime of the Sun? (See Table 19-1 of Universe, 11th ed.)
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A)about 3 times as long 
B)about 1/500 as long 
C)about 1/15 as long 
D)about 1/3 as long

How Long Is the Main-Sequence Lifetime of a Star with 3