Which of the Following Correctly Describes the Meridian in Your

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly describes the meridian in your local sky?

• A) A half-circle extending from your horizon due east, through your zenith, to your horizon due west
• B) A half-circle extending from your horizon due east, through the north celestial pole, to your horizon due west
• C) A half-circle extending from your horizon due north, through your zenith, to your horizon due south
• D) The point directly over your head

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Definitions:

Quasi-contract

A quasi-contract is a legal concept where the court imposes a contract-like obligation on a party to prevent unjust enrichment, even though no actual agreement exists between the parties.

Promissory Estoppel

A legal principle that prevents a party from withdrawing a promise made when the other party has reasonably relied on that promise to their detriment.

Statute of Frauds

A legal principle requiring certain types of contracts to be in writing and signed to be enforceable.

Oral Contract

A verbal agreement between parties that is legally binding, though more difficult to enforce than written contracts due to the lack of physical evidence.