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Satellite Orbital Mechanical Energy

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A satellite of mass m is in a circular orbit of radius r around a planet of mass M. If the satellite’s speed is instantaneously reduced to half its original value without a change in direction, what is the satellite’s total mechanical energy at that moment?

A

-5GMm/8r

B

-GMm/r

C

-7GMm/8r

D

-GMm/2r

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