Seen from the northern latitudes, the star Polaris
A)is never above the horizon during the day.
B)always sets directly in the west.
C)is always above the northern horizon.
D)is never visible during the winter.
E)is the brightest star in the sky.

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Polaris is also known as the North Star and it is located almost directly above the Earth's North Pole. This means that from northern latitudes, Polaris is always above the northern horizon, making it a useful tool for navigation and time keeping. It doesn't always set in the west or remain visible during the winter, and while it is a bright star, it is not the brightest in the sky. And since it is located close to the celestial pole, it appears to move very slowly compared to other stars, making it a stable reference point.

Seen from the Northern Latitudes, the Star Polaris