The escape speed of a projectile on the earth's surface is $11.2 \; km/s$. $A$ body is projected out with thrice this speed. What is the speed (in $km/s$) of the body far away from the earth? Ignore the presence of the sun and other planets.

  • A
    $15.36$
  • B
    $31.68$
  • C
    $26.85$
  • D
    $40.65$

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