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Question

The minimum and maximum distance of a satellite from the center of earth is 2R and 4R respectively. Its maximum speed is

A

$\sqrt\frac{GM}{6R}$

B

$\sqrt\frac{2GM}{3R}$

C

$\sqrt\frac{GM}{3R}$

D

$\sqrt\frac{2GM}{5R}$

Answer

$\sqrt\frac{2GM}{3R}$

Explanation

Solution

Vr = constand and TE = constant