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Which problem did the *Tusi couple* solve to improve astronomical models?

A)Non-uniform planetary motion around eccentrics
B)Calculating lunar parallax accurately nearby
C)Refraction effects at zenith view angles
D)Atmospheric turbulence effect on resolution

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The *Tusi couple*, a mathematical mechanism, converts circular motion into linear motion, modeling non-uniform planetary motion; this is needed because Ptolemy's models used equants rather than motion on centered deferents therefore improved accuracy in predictions of planetary positions.

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