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The kinetic energy of a satellite is 2 MJ. What is the total energy of the satellite?

A

`-2 MJ`

B

`-1 MJ`

C

`(-1)/(2)MJ`

D

`-4 MJ`

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A
Total energy of satellite = - Kinetic energy of satellite
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