In the figure, circle C represents the center of the Earth. The distance from CH is the radius of the Earth and the distance is shown. Point E represents a satellite in space, like the International Space Station. If the space station orbits at a height of 240 miles above the surface of the Earth (DE), what is the distance EH from the space station to the horizon? Round your answer to the nearest 100 miles. (e.g. 1899.555 = 1900) E DI 3960 mi

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In the figure, circle C represents the
center of the Earth. The distance from
CH is the radius of the Earth and the
distance is shown. Point E represents a
satellite in space, like the International
Space Station. If the space station orbits
at a height of 240 miles above the surface
of the Earth (DE), what is the distance
EH from the space station to the
horizon?
Round your answer to the nearest 100
miles. (e.g. 1899.555 = 1900)
E
D
3960 mi
C
Transcribed Image Text:In the figure, circle C represents the center of the Earth. The distance from CH is the radius of the Earth and the distance is shown. Point E represents a satellite in space, like the International Space Station. If the space station orbits at a height of 240 miles above the surface of the Earth (DE), what is the distance EH from the space station to the horizon? Round your answer to the nearest 100 miles. (e.g. 1899.555 = 1900) E D 3960 mi C
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