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T3C11:Why is the radio horizon for VHF and UHF signals more distant than the visual horizon?

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Why is the radio horizon for VHF and UHF signals more distant than the visual horizon?

Direct answer summary (2026-2030 NCVEC pool)

The official correct answer for T3C11 is The atmosphere refracts radio waves slightly.

The reason is the atmosphere refracts radio waves slightly. Connect the cause in the question to this direct result instead of memorizing the answer letter.

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