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Physics Gravitation Motion of Satellite MCQ (Single Correct)

Out of the following, the only incorrect statement about satellites is

A
A satellite cannot move in a stable orbit in a plane passing through the earth's center
B
Geostationary satellites are launched in the equatorial plane
C
We can use just one geostationary satellite for global communication around the globe
D
The speed of a satellite increases with an increase in the radius of its orbit

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D

The speed of satellite decreases with an increase in the radius of its orbit.

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