$A$ sky wave with a frequency of $55 \text{ MHz}$ is incident on the $D$-region of the ionosphere at an angle of $45^\circ$. What is the angle of refraction? (The electron density in the $D$-region is $400 \text{ electrons/cm}^3$).

  • A
    $60$
  • B
    $45$
  • C
    $30$
  • D
    $15$

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