How is the Moon's orbit around Earth different from most major satellite orbits around other planets?
A) The Moon orbits much faster than other satellites.
B) The Moon's orbital plane is tipped relative to Earth's equator.
C) The Moon follows an elliptical orbit around Earth.
D) The same side of the Moon faces Earth throughout its orbit.

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The Moon's orbital plane is inclined about 5 degrees to Earth's equatorial plane, which is different from most major satellites that typically orbit close to the equatorial plane of their planets.

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