Two Artificial Satellites Are in Circular Orbits About the Earth

question 43

Multiple Choice

Two artificial satellites are in circular orbits about the Earth. Which of the two will be moving more slowly along its orbit?

• A) The one with the smaller mass.
• B) The one with the larger mass.
• C) The lower one.
• D) The higher one.

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