The orbit of a geostationary satellite is circular. The time period of the satellite depends on $(i)$ mass of the satellite,$(ii)$ mass of the earth,$(iii)$ radius of the orbit,and $(iv)$ height of the satellite from the surface of the earth.

  • A
    $(i)$ only
  • B
    $(i)$ and $(ii)$
  • C
    $(i), (ii)$ and $(iii)$
  • D
    $(ii), (iii)$ and $(iv)$

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