A satellite must appear stationary over a point on the Earth's equator

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Problem

A satellite must appear stationary over a point on the Earth's equator. Given GME=3.986×1014 m3s−2G M_E = 3.986\times10^{14}\,\text{m}^3\text{s}^{-2} and the required orbital period 24 h24\,\text{h}, calculate the orbital radius of this satellite measured from the centre of the Earth. Express your answer in kilometres.

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