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Si un observador tiene una estrella en el cenit:If an observer has a star at the zenith:
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Correct answer: c) The observer’s latitude equals the star’s declination
Why it is correct
A body at the zenith has declination equal to the observer’s latitude. Its zenith distance and polar angle are zero.
Why the others are not
- a) It is 0º.
- b) It is 0º.
- d) Only c.
How to work it out in the exam
- At zenith: dec = lat.
Where this question comes from
- Junta de Andalucía · 2026 · 2ª convocatoria · CY Módulo de navegación · question 8 Official paper · Official answer key
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