The alt-azimuth coordinates measured for Polaris are 37°, 0°. From what latitude are observing?
A) 37° N
B) 37°, N or S
C) 53° N
D) It is not possible to determine the answer from the information given.

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Polaris, the North Star, is located nearly at the north celestial pole. Its altitude above the horizon directly corresponds to the observer's latitude in the Northern Hemisphere. Therefore, observing Polaris at 37° altitude means the observer is at 37° N latitude.

The Alt-Azimuth Coordinates Measured for Polaris Are 37°, 0°