Suppose That a Satellite Is in a Circular Orbit at a Height

question 7

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a satellite is in a circular orbit at a height of 2.00 x10⁶ m above Earth's surface. What is the period of the satellite's motion at this elevation?

• A) 5.65 h
• B) 4.24 h
• C) 1.07 h
• D) 2.12 h
• E) 0.248 h

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