A body of mass m is taken from Earth's surface to a height equal to twice Earth's radius. Change in potential energy is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A body of mass m is taken from Earth's surface to a height equal to twice Earth's radius. Change in potential energy is
A. 3mgR
B. 2mgR/3
C. mgR/3
D. mgR
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
ΔU = GMm (1/R - 1/(R+2R)) = GMm (1/R - 1/3R) = (2/3)GMm/R = (2/3)mgR.

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