which kind of star explodes in a supernova and then forms a black hole? a massive stars b white dwarf stars…

which kind of star explodes in a supernova and then forms a black hole? a massive stars b white dwarf stars c small stars
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Brief Explanations:
Based on the star - life cycle shown, massive stars (larger stars) become red super - giants, then explode in a supernova. After a supernova, under certain conditions, they can form a black hole. Smaller stars like the Sun become red giants and then white dwarfs and eventually black dwarfs. White dwarf stars do not explode in a supernova to form black holes.
Answer:
A. massive stars