What is the cloud clearance requirement above 10,000' MSL in Class E airspace?

The cloud clearance requirement in Class E airspace above 10,000 feet MSL mandates a visibility of 5 statute miles along with specific distance requirements from clouds. Pilots must maintain at least 1,000 feet above the clouds, 1,000 feet below the clouds, and a horizontal distance of at least 1 statute mile from the nearest cloud. This configuration is designed to provide pilots with sufficient space to navigate safely while avoiding obscured visibility due to clouds, thus enhancing safety in operations at higher altitudes.

Other options provide combinations of visibility and vertical or horizontal distances that do not align with the established requirements for flight above 10,000 feet in Class E airspace. Therefore, while they may seem reasonable, they do not adhere to the regulations that govern operations within these airspace classifications.