Where would an observer have to be to see the north celestial pole directly overhead (i.e., at the zenith)?
A) on the equator
B) at the North Pole of Earth
C) at a position about 1° away from Earth's South Pole, to account for precession
D) at the South Pole of Earth

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The north celestial pole appears directly overhead only at the Earth's North Pole. This is because the Earth's axis points towards the north celestial pole, making it the zenith point for observers at the Earth's North Pole.

Where Would an Observer Have to Be to See the North