The escape velocity from Earth is $v_{es}$. $A$ body is projected with a velocity of $2v_{es}$. With what constant velocity will it move in the interplanetary space?

  • A
    $v_{es}$
  • B
    $3v_{es}$
  • C
    $\sqrt{3}v_{es}$
  • D
    $\sqrt{5}v_{es}$

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