A body A of mass m is moving in a circular orbit of radius $R$ about a planet. Another body $B$ of mass $\frac{\mathrm{m}}{2}$ collides with $A$ with a velocity which is half $\left(\frac{\overrightarrow{\mathrm{v}}}{2}\right)$ the instantaneous velocity $\vec{v}$ of $A$. The collision is completely inelastic. Then the combined body
Select the correct option:
A
Escapes from the Planet’s Gravitational field
B
Continues to move in a circular orbit
C
Falls vertically downwards towards the planet
D
Starts moving in an elliptical orbit around the planet
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