alleryStart learning →Why are few shadows seen under a heavily overcast sky?
AClouds scatter light widely
BThe Sun is too bright
CClouds absorb all light
DThe air is too dry
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Clouds scatter light widely
Clouds scatter sunlight so it comes from everywhere, which softens shadow outlines until they vanish.
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