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Physics Gravitation Kepler’s laws of Planetary Motion MCQ (Single Correct)

An artificial satellite of the earth releases a package. If air resistance is neglected the point

where the package will hit (with respect to the position at the time of release) will be

A
ahead
B
exactly below
C
behind
D
it will never reach the earth

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The correct answer is:
D

Net force on the package is zero hence it will revolve around the earth and never reach to

earth surface.

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