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What is the minimum altitude at which a Geostationary Satellite must be put into orbit????

  1. 30,000 km

  2. 28,000 km

  3. 34,000 km

  4. 36,000 km
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Explanation

Geostationary satellites must orbit at approximately 35,786 km above Earth's surface. This altitude allows the satellite to orbit at the same rate as Earth's rotation, appearing stationary from the ground. 36,000 km is the closest option to this value.

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