At the North Pole, the vernal equinox Sun ________.

A. circles the pole along the horizon
B. is directly overhead for the entire day
C. circles the pole 23.5 degrees below the horizon
D. circles the pole 23.5 degrees above the horizon
E. rises north of east and sets north of west


Answer: A

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