SOLUTION: The equation D=1.2√h gives the distance, D, in miles that a person can see to the horizon from a height, h, in feet. Use 1 mile = 5,280 feet. Question: Long's Peak in the

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Question 139787: The equation D=1.2√h gives the distance, D, in miles that a person can see to the horizon from a height, h, in feet. Use 1 mile = 5,280 feet.
Question: Long's Peak in the rocky Mountain National Park, is 14,255 feet in elevation. How far can you see the horizon from the top of Long's Peak? Can you see Cheyenne, Wyoming (About 89 miles away)? Explain your answer.

Answer by checkley75(3666) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
D=1.2√h
d=1.2sqrt14,255
d=1.2*119.39 ft.
d=143.27 miles.
YES you can see Cheyanne (about 89 miles away)