It is less bright than planets. It is brighter than other stars. It is of average brightness compared to planets. It is of average brightness compared to other stars.
I gave my students this multiple choice question: Which is the best description of the brightness of the Sun?

Only one answer is correct among these 4 choices:
- It is less bright than planets.
- It is brighter than other stars.
- It is of average brightness compared to planets.
- It is of average brightness compared to other stars.

Could you tell me which one is correct?

It is of average brightness compared to other stars.