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Circular Motion: JEE — Angular Velocity Increase MCQ

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JEE — Angular Velocity IncreaseMediumQuestion 30665

Question

A satellite is moved to a higher orbit. Its orbital speed:

A
Increases
B
Decreases
Correct
C
Stays same
D
Becomes zero

Correct answer

Decreases

Explanation

v = √(GM/r). Higher r → smaller v. Satellites move slower in higher orbits.

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