Two satellites, A and B, have masses m and 
respectively. A is in a circular orbit of radius R, and B is in a circular orbit of radius 
around the earth. The ratio of their kinetic energies, 
, is:
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
JEE Main 2019
Orbital, velocity, 
Kinetic energy of satellite A,
Kinetic energy of satellite B,
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