Which of the following is TRUE for the December Solstice?

A) The Antarctic Circle is completely within the circle of illumination.
B) The subsolar point is at the equator.
C) The subsolar point is at the Tropic of Cancer (23.5° N).
D) The Arctic Circle is completely within the circle of illumination.


A

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