The Earth Has Radius R

question 10

Multiple Choice

The earth has radius R.A satellite of mass 100 kg is in orbit at an altitude of 3R above the earth's surface.What is the satellite's weight at the altitude of its orbit?

• A)61 N
• B)110 N
• C)9000 N
• D)16,000 N

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