What is the diameter of the Moon compared to that of Earth, as measured by the ancient Greek astronomer Aristarchus of Samos?
A) 1/3 the diameter of Earth
B) 1/20 the diameter of Earth
C) 20 times the diameter of Earth
D) 3 times the diameter of Earth
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