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Two satellites of earth `S_(1)` and `S_(2)` are moving in the same orbit. The mass of `S_(1)` is four times the mass of `S_(2)`. Which one of the following statements is true?

A

The time period of `S_1` is four times that of `S_2`

B

The potential energies of earth and satellite in the two cases are equal

C

`S_1` and `S_2` are moving with the same speed

D

The kinetic energies of the two satellites are equal

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The correct Answer is:
C
`v_0=sqrt((GM)/r)`.
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