The figure shows the variation of energy with the orbit radius of a body in circular planetary motion. Find the correct statement about the curves $A, B$ and $C$.

  • A
    $A$ shows the kinetic energy,$B$ the total energy and $C$ the potential energy of the system.
  • B
    $C$ shows the total energy,$B$ the kinetic energy and $A$ the potential energy of the system.
  • C
    $C$ and $A$ are kinetic and potential energies respectively and $B$ is the total energy of the system.
  • D
    $A$ and $B$ are kinetic and potential energies and $C$ is the total energy of the system.

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