Physics

Physics

Problem

A satellite of mass mm experiences a gravitational force F0F_0 from a planet when orbiting at a distance RR from the planet’s center. After several maneuvers, the satellite’s mass has decreased by 15%15\% and its orbital radius has been reduced to 0.70R0.70R. Determine the factor by which the gravitational force on the satellite has changed compared with F0F_0, and state whether the force increases or decreases.

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