Answer:
Radius, r is equal to 229.16×10^6m
Explanation:
Given the following parameters;
Centripetal force on the satellite, Fc = 190N.
Mass of the satellite, M = 1,550-kg.
Speed of the satellite, V = 5,300m/s.
The relationship between a satellite of mass (m) moving in a circular orbit of radius (r) with a speed (v) and a centripetal force (Fc) is given by the equation;
Fc = (MV²)/r
Since, we're solving radius, r; we make "r" the subject of formula;
Thus, r = (MV²)/Fc
Substituting into the above equation;
r = (1550 × [5300]²)/190
r = (1550 × 28090000)/190
r = 43539500000/190
r = 229155263.16
Radius, r is equal to 229.16 × 10^6m
