A geosynchronous communication satellite hovers above the same point on Earth's equator indefinitely because
A. its orbital period is 24 hours.
B. it is beyond the main pull of Earth gravity.
C. it is kept aloft by ground control.
D. forces other than Earth's gravity act on it.
Answer: A
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