An Earth satellite in close orbit circles Earth in about an hour and a half. How long would a satellite located as far away as the Moon take to orbit Earth?
A)the same hour and a half
B)less than an hour and a half
C)about 28 days
D)need more information
E)none of the above

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The Moon takes about 28 days to orbit Earth, so a satellite located as far away as the Moon would also take about 28 days to orbit Earth.

An Earth Satellite in Close Orbit Circles Earth in About