The Speed of a Satellite Orbiting Earth Is Given by V

question 43

Multiple Choice

The speed of a satellite orbiting Earth is given by v = √(GM/d) . Escape speed from Earth is given by v = √(2GM/d) , where in both cases G is the gravitational constant, M is Earth's mass, and d is distance from Earth's center. If a satellite's kinetic energy were doubled it could

• A)orbit at twice its distance from Earth.
• B)orbit at four times the distance from Earth.
• C)escape Earth.

---

Definitions:

Historical Cost

Historical cost is the original monetary value of an economic item purchased or incurred, used as a basis for accounting and financial reporting.

Replacement Cost

The current cost of replacing an asset with a similar one at its current market price.

Reorganization

A process aimed at restructuring a company's financial or operational aspects for efficiency or to facilitate a smoother operation.