Here's a problem to solve: Many stars can be seen in the sky at night. Which statement best explains why the Sun appears brighter than the stars seen in the night sky?

Among the 4 following options, which is the correct answer?

- A: The Sun is bigger than the stars seen in the night sky.
 
- B: The Sun is smaller than the stars seen in the night sky.
 
- C: The Sun is closer to Earth than the stars seen in the night sky.
 
- D: The Sun is farther from Earth than the stars seen in the night sky.
 