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The acceleration due to gravity at a height 1 km above the earth is the same as at a depth d below the surface of earth. Then

Question

The acceleration due to gravity at a height 1 km above the earth is the same as at a depth d below the surface of earth. Then

A.

d = 2 km

B.

d= ½ km

C.

d = 1 km

D.

d= 3/2 km

Solution

Correct option is A

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