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If the speed of a satellite orbiting near the surface of the earth is changed from `v_(c)` to `sqrt(1.5)v_(c)`. What is likely to happen?

A

It will revolve in a circular orbit with greater radius

B

It will escape from the earth

C

Its orbit will change from circular to elliptic

D

It will remain in the same circular orbit

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