The present-day tilt of Earth's axis of rotation is 23.5º. What would be the result of less tilt, as shown here?
A. more hours of sunlight on the equator, resulting in warmer global temperatures
B. high latitudes would receive less direct sunlight during the summer, causing cooler temperatures
C. a decrease in glaciers
D. All of these choices are correct.
Answer: B
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