Suppose you live at latitude 40°N. Which of the following describes the path of the celestial equator through your sky?

A) It extends from due east on your horizon, to an altitude of 50° in the south, to due west on your horizon.
B) It extends from due south on your horizon, to your zenith, to due north on your horizon.
C) It extends from due east on your horizon, to an altitude of 40° in the south, to due west on your horizon.
D) It extends from due east on your horizon, to an altitude of 40° in the north, to due west on your horizon.


A

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