Concept explainers
To write a rule for M , and calculate the distance a pilot can see to the horizon from an altitude of 10,000 feet above Mars.
Answer to Problem 39E
Rule for M is
A pilot can see 91.5 miles to the horizon from an altitude of 10000 feet above Mars.
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The distance a pilot can see to the horizon on earth can be approximated by
The function
Calculation :
Multiply
Substitute 10000 for n to obtain the distance pilot can see to horizon.
A pilot can see 91.5 miles to the horizon from an altitude of 10000 feet above Mars.
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