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In order to find time, the astronaut orb...

In order to find time, the astronaut orbiting in an earth satellite should use

A

A pendulum clock

B

A watch having main spring to keep it going

C

Either a pendulum clock or a watch

D

Neither a pendulum clock nor a watch

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