$A$ satellite of mass $m$,initially at rest on the Earth,is launched into a circular orbit at a height equal to the radius of the Earth. The minimum energy required is

  • A
    $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{4} mgR$
  • B
    $\frac{1}{2} mgR$
  • C
    $\frac{1}{4} mgR$
  • D
    $\frac{3}{4} mgR$

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