Which of the following statements describes the path of polar orbiting satellites?

A. They orient to an area west of the previous orbit on each orbit.
B. They follow a line of constant latitude around the earth.
C. They remain above a fixed point over the north or south pole.
D. They pass directly over the same place on each successive orbit.


Answer: A

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