Ms. Fleming is teaching a unit on climatology. She gives her students a pre-assessment to see what they already know. She is surprised to find that most of her students believe that the earth is warmer in summer because it is closer to the sun, and colder in winter because it is further from the sun.
Which of the following is most likely not a reason that students have this misconception?
a. Students' thinking was influenced by a popular fairy tale or movie.
b. Students simply haven't thought very critically about the concepts. .
c. Students have constructed their own understanding of summer and winter temperatures based on their experiences.
d. Students acquired erroneous information from their siblings or peers.
