Two Stars Orbit Each Other on Circular Orbits

question 46

Multiple Choice

Two stars orbit each other on circular orbits.The star with the larger orbital radius has a:

• A) larger orbital period.
• B) smaller mass.
• C) smaller orbital speed.
• D) smaller orbital period.

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