In a satellite if the time of revolution is $T$, then $K.E.$ is proportional to

  • A

    $\frac{1}{T}$

  • B

    $\frac{1}{T^2}$

  • C

    $\frac{1}{T^3}$

  • D

    $T^{-2/3}$

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