$A$ satellite of mass $m$ is placed at a distance $r$ from the centre of the Earth (mass $M$). The mechanical energy of the satellite is

  • A
    $-\frac{GMm}{r}$
  • B
    $\frac{GMm}{r}$
  • C
    $\frac{GMm}{2r}$
  • D
    $-\frac{GMm}{2r}$

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