A satellite near Earth makes a full circle in about 90 minutes.Much farther from Earth,say at the distance to the Moon,time for a full circle would be
A)90 minutes.
B)less than 90 minutes.
C)about 28 days.
D)not enough information
E)none of the above

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The time for a full circle around the Moon would be approximately equal to the Moon's orbital period, which is about 28 days. Therefore, choice C is the best answer. Choices A and B are incorrect because they refer to a satellite near Earth rather than the Moon. Choice D is incorrect because there is enough information provided to make an estimate based on the Moon's orbital period. Choice E is also incorrect as choice C is the best answer.

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