In the following passage from Great Astronomers by Robert Stewall Ball, the author states that he will trace the developments in astronomy from the time of Ptolemy to the nineteenth century. Based on the content and style of the excerpt, what kind of audience did Ball primarily have in mind when he was writing this book?

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Welcome to QuestionCove, @tanaesha12. For further assistance in the future, please provide answer choices. Answer choices: Students specializing in the study of astronomy People with a casual interest in astronomy Scientists and mathematicians working with astronomers Geologists and cartographers