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A satellite of the earth is revolving in circular orbit with a uniform velocity V. If the gravitational force suddenly disappears, the satelite will

A

continue to move with the same velocity in the same orbit.

B

move tangentially to the original orbit with velocity V.

C

fall down with increasing velocity.

D

come to a stop somewhere in its original orbit.

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