The Shortest Day of the Year for a Person Living

question 14

Multiple Choice

The shortest day of the year for a person living in the NORTHERN Hemisphere is the:

• A) summer solstice
• B) vernal equinox
• C) winter solstice
• D) autumnal equinox

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Definitions:

Money Market Instrument

Short-term financial instruments that include treasury bills, commercial paper, and certificates of deposit, typically with high liquidity and low risk.

Government Bonds

Bonds issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

U.S. Department of Treasury

A cabinet-level department of the federal government responsible for managing government revenue, producing currency, and implementing fiscal policies.

Person's Age

This refers to the length of time that an individual has lived, typically measured in years from the date of birth.