🔍 Key Concepts

• Relative brightness of planets as seen from Earth (apparent magnitude) • Common nickname for the brightest planet used in navigation and everyday language • Which planet is most often used as a prominent visual reference in twilight for mariners

💭 Think About

• Think about which planet sailors most often mention when talking about a very bright "star" seen near sunrise or sunset. • Consider which of these planets is famous enough for non‑astronomers to recognize in the sky simply because it is so bright. • Ask yourself which of these planets is rarely confused with actual stars because of how brilliant it appears.

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which planet is commonly visible in dusk or dawn and often mistaken for a bright star on the horizon. • Recall which planet has a well‑known name related to morning and evening appearances in the sky. • Eliminate any planets that are usually dimmer, farther away, or less frequently noticed without a telescope or special effort.