What holds a circularly-moving satellite in orbit while the force of gravity pulls downward toward Earth?

A. An equal and opposite force to that of gravity.
B. Nothing but having a sufficient tangential velocity.
C. Pulls of the Moon, Sun, and other celestial bodies.
D. all of the above


Answer: B

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