What Would Happen If the Space Shuttle Were Launched with a Speed

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Multiple Choice

What would happen if the Space Shuttle were launched with a speed greater than Earth's escape velocity?

• A)It would travel away from Earth into the solar system.
• B)It would travel in a higher orbit around Earth.
• C)It would take less time to reach its bound orbit.
• D)It would orbit Earth at a faster velocity.
• E)It would be in an unstable orbit.

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