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Homework Statement


In a non-accelearting Universe, if the density of the Universe is equal to the critical density, then the Universe is

A. open.
B. closed.
C. flat.
D. empty.

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The Attempt at a Solution


I believe the correct answer is flat, but I just wanted to see if anyone else knew? Thanks!
 
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