A satellite is placed in a geosynchronous orbit. In this equatorial orbit with a period of 24 hours, the satellite hovers over one point on the equator. Which statement is true for a satellite in such an orbit?
A) There is no gravitational force on the satellite.
B) There is no acceleration toward the center of the Earth.
C) The satellite is in a state of free fall toward the Earth.
D) There is a tangential force that helps the satellite keep up with the rotation of the Earth.
E) The force toward the center of the Earth is balanced by a force away from the center of the Earth.
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