You are given a science question (easy-level) and four answer options (associated with "A", "B", "C", "D"). Your task is to find the correct answer based on scientific facts, knowledge, and reasoning. Do not generate anything else apart from one of the following characters: 'A', 'B, 'C', 'D'. There is only one correct answer for each question.
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Question: Shale is a sedimentary rock that can be metamorphosed into slate by  
 (A) cementation. (B) chemical weathering. (C) sedimentation. (D) increased pressure.

Answer: D


Question: A meteoroid becomes a meteorite when it  
 (A) impacts the surface of a planet. (B) encounters the atmosphere of a planet. (C) makes a complete orbit around a planet. (D) starts to burn up in the atmosphere of a planet.

Answer: A


Question: Which location on Earth receives the most direct sunlight?  
 (A) the deserts (B) the South Pole (C) the equator (D) the Western Hemisphere

Answer:
C