The diameter of Earth at the equator is about 12,756 kilometers. A satellite orbits 350 kilometers above Earth's surface. If the satellite increased its altitude to 360 km above Earth's surface, how much further would it travel during each orbit? Round your answer to one decimal place

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The diameter of Earth at the equator is about 12,756 kilometers. A satellite orbits 350 kilometers above Earth's surface. If the satellite increased its altitude to 360 km above Earth's surface, how much further would it travel during each orbit? Round your answer to one decimal place.

 

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