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For hyperbolic trajectory of a satellite of mass m having velocity V at a distance r from the center of earth (G: gravitational constant, M: mass of earth), which one of the following relations is true?
A
mV²> GMm/r
B
mV²< GMm/r
C
mV²= GMm/r
D
mV²< 2GMm/r

Correct : a

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