You Are Standing on Earth's Equator

question 89

Multiple Choice

You are standing on Earth's equator.Which way is Polaris,the North star?

• A)30 degrees up,due West
• B)on the northern horizon
• C)directly overhead
• D)The answer depends on whether it's winter or summer.
• E)The answer depends on what time of day (or night)it is.

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