When is the Sun directly overhead in the continental United States?

A.

always

B.

in the summer

C.

never

D.

at noon

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Jaslyn

26 February, 07:14

When is the Sun directly overhead in the continental United States?

A.

always

B.

in the summer

C.

never

D.

at noon

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Ariana Mann · Answer 1

C.

Explanation:

The sun is directly overhead at noon on the equator on the first day of spring, and on the first day of fall. You would have to be less than 23.5 degrees above or below the equator to have the Sun pass directly overhead. Therefore, it never occurs in the continental US.

When is the Sun directly overhead in the continental United States?A.alwaysB.in the summerC.neverD.at noon

When is the Sun directly overhead in the continental United States?

A.

always

B.

in the summer

C.

never

D.

at noon