$A$ satellite moves around the earth in a circular orbit of radius $r$ with speed $v$. If the mass of the satellite is $M$,its total energy is

  • A
    $ - \frac{1}{2}Mv^2$
  • B
    $\frac{1}{2}Mv^2$
  • C
    $\frac{3}{4}Mv^2$
  • D
    $Mv^2$

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