A body weighs 100 N on Earth's surface. Weight at a height equal to Earth's radius is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A body weighs 100 N on Earth's surface. Weight at a height equal to Earth's radius is
A. 100 N
B. 0 N
C. 25 N
D. 50 N
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
g' = g (R/(R+h))² = g (1/2)² = g/4. Weight = 100/4 = 25 N.

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