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Correct Answer: C: Ole Rømer
Explanation: The correct answer is C: Ole Rømer. Ole Rømer was the first scientist to successfully measure the speed of light using observations of Jupiter's moon Io in 1676. He noticed the orbital timing of Io varied depending on Earth's position relative to Jupiter.