Question

1. the diagram represents three apparent paths of the sun, labeled a, b, and c, on the first day of different seasons, as seen by an observer at binghamton, new york. which path is correctly matched to its season? a path a - spring b path b - winter c path c - summer d path b - autumn

Explanation:

Binghamton, NY is in the Northern Hemisphere. In this region, the Sun's apparent path is lowest in the sky during winter (shortest arc/path), highest in summer (longest arc/path), and intermediate in spring/autumn. Path B is the lowest, shortest path, which corresponds to winter. Path A is the highest (summer), Path C is intermediate (spring/autumn).

Answer:

B. Path B - winter