Which of these statements describing the situation at a mid-latitude site at the time of equinox is correct?
A) Day and night are of equal length.
B) The midday Sun is at its highest in the sky on this date.
C) There is no real darkness at this site on this date, only extended twilight.
D) This is the longest day at this site.

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During an equinox, which occurs twice a year around March 20th and September 22nd, day and night are approximately equal in length all over the world. This is due to the tilt of the Earth's axis being perpendicular to the Sun's rays.

Which of These Statements Describing the Situation at a Mid-Latitude