Question

Rank the appearance of the North Star in order of increasing height from the horizon as seen from (a) Alaska, (b) Florida, (c) Vermont.

Answer 1

Answer: In the order of increasing height;

(a) Florida

(b) Vermont

(c) Alaska

Explanation:

The North Star or Pole Star, is the brightest star in the constellation of Ursa Minor.  It is very close to the north celestial pole, making it the current northern pole star.