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OpenStudy (anonymous):

The surface area of a sphere is given by the formula 4pir^2, where r is its radius. Although the shape of earth is not exactly spherical, it has an average radius of 3960 miles. Estimate the surface area of earth?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

substitute r = 3960 in the formula.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

note that the surface area will be in square miles

OpenStudy (anonymous):

thanks

OpenStudy (anonymous):

you're welcome.

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