A
1 only
B
2 only
C
3 and 4
D
2 and 4
Correct answer: (d) 2 and 4
Explanation
- A
1 only
1 only. Equator has about 12 hours all year.
- B
2 only
2 only. Arctic Circle is also in continuous / very long day on 21 June.
- C
3 and 4
3 and 4. Tropic of Capricorn has its short day on 21 June.
- D
2 and 4
2 and 4. Tropic of Cancer and Arctic Circle have more than 12 hours on 21 June.
Summary. Official key is (d) 2 and 4. On 21 June the Northern Hemisphere has its longest day. The Tropic of Cancer has more than 12 hours of daylight; the Arctic Circle has 24-hour sun. The equator stays near 12 hours. The Tropic of Capricorn has its winter short day. So only 2 and 4.
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