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    An Earth Satellite Is in an Elliptical Orbit
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An Earth Satellite Is in an Elliptical Orbit

Question 6

Question 6

Multiple Choice

An Earth satellite is in an elliptical orbit.The satellite travels fastest when it is


A) nearest the Earth.
B) farthest from the Earth.
C) It travels at constant speed everywhere in orbit.

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