In our solar system

A: the planets in outer orbits move at a slower speed than those in inner orbits.
B: the planets all move around the Sun at the same speed.
C: the planets in outer orbits move at a faster speed than those in inner orbits.


Ans: A: the planets in outer orbits move at a slower speed than those in inner orbits.

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