Approximately how long does the Earth take to complete one revolution around the Sun?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. 365 days
- Step 1: The Earth's orbit around the Sun takes about 365 and a quarter days, which is why we have leap years. Answer: 365 days. Why not the others: 24 hours, 30 days and 12 months of 28 days don't fit.
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