In general,as distance from the subsolar point increases,what happens to the average annual insolation and to the average annual temperature?
A)Insolation increases and temperature increases.
B)Insolation increases and temperature decreases.
C)Insolation decreases and temperature increases.
D)Insolation decreases and temperature decreases.

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As distance from the subsolar point increases, insolation (incoming solar radiation) decreases due to the angle at which the sun's rays hit the Earth's surface. This decrease in insolation leads to a decrease in temperature since less solar energy is being absorbed by the Earth's surface. Therefore, option D (insolation decreases and temperature decreases) is the best choice.

In General,as Distance from the Subsolar Point Increases,what Happens to the Average