Multiple Choice
What would happen if the Space Shuttle were launched with a speed greater than Earth's escape velocity?
A) It would orbit Earth at a faster velocity.
B) It would travel in a higher orbit around Earth.
C) It would take less time to reach its bound orbit.
D) It would be in an unstable orbit.
E) It would travel away from Earth into the solar system.
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