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FMA-2021-24 · 2021 F = ma (AAPT)

2021 F = ma Exam — Question 24

Two satellites are in circular orbits around a star with equal radius r, speed v, and period T . The satellites are initially diametrically opposite each other. In order to meet the second satellite in time T /2, the first satellite should decrease its speed to approximately
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