A Global Positioning System Satellite Orbits a = 13,000 Miles

question 1

Multiple Choice

A Global Positioning System satellite orbits a = 13,000 miles above Earth's surface (see figure) .Find the angle of depression from the satellite to the horizon.Assume the radius of Earth is 4000 miles.Round your answer to two decimal places.​ ​

• A)77.39º
• B)78.39º
• C)79.39º
• D)76.39º
• E)80.39º

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