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9/12/22, 11:37 AM Explainer: The science behind leap years and how they work - Actively Learn https://reader.activelylearn.com/student/ir/1129785/notes 1/9 Text by Daniel Brown, Lecturer in Astronomy, Nottingham Trent University ASSIGNMENT DIRECTIONS As you read, think about the following: why do we have leap years? Licensed under QUESTION 1 (POLL) February 29th occurs only once every four years. If your birthday fell on February 29th, when would you choose to celebrate it during non-leap years? ME February 28th March 1st a di±erent day (be prepared to share your answer) Explainer: The science behind leap years and how they work
9/12/22, 11:37 AM Explainer: The science behind leap years and how they work - Actively Learn https://reader.activelylearn.com/student/ir/1129785/notes 2/9
9/12/22, 11:37 AM Explainer: The science behind leap years and how they work - Actively Learn https://reader.activelylearn.com/student/ir/1129785/notes 3/9 QUESTION 2 DOK 1 5 points Why is a leap year required? INCORRECT ME ANSWER The orbit of the Earth is approximately every 365 1/3 days. The orbit of the Earth is approximately every 365 1/4 days. The orbit of the Earth is approximately every 365 7/8 days. The orbit of the Earth is approximately every 365 5/8 days.
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