Question

Temperatures at high latitudes are usually lower than temperatures near the equator because _____.

A. the Earth's surface is further from the sun
B. the solar energy must be spread over a larger area
C. oceans absorb the heat
D. they receive less energy from the sun

Answer 1

D, they receive less energy from the sun.

The sun isn't directly on it, just like if you shine a flashlight on a ball the top and bottom parts won't be as lit up. Hope this helps!

Answer 2

D. they receive less energy from the sun.