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El complemento de la altura verdadera que le tomamos a un astro sobre la Esfera celeste (90º-Av), esThe complement of the true altitude of a body on the celestial sphere (90º − true altitude) is:
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Correct answer: b) The body’s zenith distance.
Why it is correct
From the zenith to the body is 90º minus the altitude.
Why the others are not
- a) That is 90º minus declination.
- c) That is 90º minus latitude.
- d) It is measured on the horizon.
How to work it out in the exam
- z = 90º − a.
Where this question comes from
- Región de Murcia · 2017 · 2ª convocatoria · CY Tipo 1 · question 3 Official paper · Official answer key
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