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A satellite S is in an elliptical orbit around a planet P, as shown, with r1 and r2 being its closest and farthest distances, respectively, from the center of the planet. If the satellite has a speed v1  at its closest distance, what is its speed at its farthest distance?

(A) (r1/r2)v1

(B) (r2/r1)v1

(C) (r2 - r2)v1

(D) ((r1 + r2)/2)v1

(E) ((r2 - r1)/(r1 + r2))v1

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Correct option (A) (r1/r2)v1

From conservation of angular momentum v1r1 = v2r2

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