A geosynchronous equatorial orbiting geo satellite orbits


A geosynchronous equatorial orbiting (GEO) satellite orbits 22,300 miles above the equator of Earth. It completes one full revolution each 24 hours. Assume Earth's radius is 3960 miles.

a. How far will the GEO satellite travel in one day?

b. What is the satellite's linear velocity in miles per hour?

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