Solve the problem.A communication satellite is orbiting far above Earth, as shown in the figure. If the radius of Earth is  miles and the angle at S is  how far is the satellite from the surface of the earth (closest to the equator)? Round your answer to the nearest mile. 

A. 16,609 mi
B. 20,184 mi
C. 20,569 mi
D. 16,224 mi


Answer: A

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