At New York City, this is the shortest day of the year and the Sun is also lowest in the sky.
A) vernal equinox
B) autumnal equinox
C) December solstice
D) June solstice
E) aphelion

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The December solstice, also known as the winter solstice, occurs on December 21st or 22nd in the Northern Hemisphere. It is the shortest day of the year and the Sun is at its lowest point in the sky. This is because the Earth's tilt on its axis is furthest away from the Sun during this time.

At New York City, This Is the Shortest Day of the Year