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Assertion : A geostationary satellite rotates in a direction from west to east.
Reason : At midnight when the sun is directly below. It pulls on an object in the same direction as the pull of the earth on that object. At noon when the sun is directly above. Its pulls on an object in a direction opposite to the pull of the earth.

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To analyze the given assertion and reason, let's break down the statements step by step. ### Step 1: Understanding the Assertion The assertion states that "A geostationary satellite rotates in a direction from west to east." - **Explanation**: A geostationary satellite is one that orbits the Earth at the same rotational speed as the Earth itself. This means it appears to be stationary relative to a point on the Earth's surface. Such satellites orbit the Earth in the equatorial plane and move from west to east. ### Step 2: Confirming the Assertion ...
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