Which of the following describes the length of days during late July at middle latitudes in the Northern Hemisphere?

A. The day is more than 12 hours long and getting shorter each day.
B. The day is less than 12 hours long and getting longer each day.
C. The day is less than 12 hours long and getting shorter each day.
D. The day is more than 12 hours long and getting longer each day.


Answer: A

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