$A$ geostationary satellite is taken to a new orbit such that its distance from the centre of the earth is doubled. Find the time period of this satellite in the new orbit.

  • A
    $24 \text{ hrs}$
  • B
    $4.8 \text{ hrs}$
  • C
    $48 \sqrt{2} \text{ hrs}$
  • D
    $24 \sqrt{2} \text{ hrs}$

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