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Where should be your location on Earth to see Vega practically crosses your zenith?

a. Jacksonville, Florida (30º 22'N).
b. Equator.
c. Sacramento, California (38º 35'N).
d. Antarctica below 61º S

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Final answer:

The location on Earth where Vega practically crosses your zenith is Sacramento, California (38º 35'N).

Step-by-step explanation:

The location on Earth where Vega practically crosses your zenith would be (c) Sacramento, California (38º 35'N). The north celestial pole, which is 90° from the celestial equator, would be at an angle equal to the observer's latitude. Therefore, for an observer at 38° N latitude, the north celestial pole would be 38° above the northern horizon. This means that Vega, which is located near the north celestial pole, would appear very close to the observer's zenith in Sacramento, California.

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