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Where can a geostationary satellite be installed

A

At the surface of the earth

B

Over the north or south pole

C

Over any city on the equator

D

At a height R above the surface of the earth

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C
The communication or geostationary satellite should revolve in an orbit which is concentric and coplaner with the equatorial plane.
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