For the space probe of Prob. 12.108, it is known that rA = 15 × 103 km and that the velocity of the probe is reduced to 6500 m/s as it passes through A. Determine(a) The distance from the center of Venus to point B,(b) The amounts by which the velocity of the probe should be reduced at B and C,respectively.

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Approach trajectory Second transfer orbit 9000 km Circular orbit First transfer orbit