Which of the Following Would Occur If the Earth's Axis

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would occur if the Earth's axis tilt were 45 degrees rather than 23.5 degrees?

• A) The central United States would become more tropical.
• B) The northern tier of the contiguous United States would experience winter days during which the sun would not rise above the horizon.
• C) The sun would rise in the west and set in the east.
• D) Seasons would not occur.
• E) The mid -latitudes would remain cold throughout the year.

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