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