Multiple choice

On a bright, sunny day, which time of day can be predicted to create the shortest shadow?

  1. 9:00 a.m.

  2. 3:00 p.m.

  3. 12:00 p.m.

  4. 12:00 a.m.

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Shadows are shortest when the sun is at its highest point in the sky, which occurs at solar noon (12:00 p.m.). At other times, the sun is lower in the sky, creating longer shadows.

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