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Assertion: An object of mass `m_1` and another of mass `m_2(m_2gtm_1)` are released from certain distance. The objects move towards each other under the gravitational force between them. In this motion, centre of mass of their system will continuously move towards the heavier mass `m_2`.
Reason: In a system of a heavier and a lighter mass, centre of mass lies closer to the heavier mass.

A

(a) If both Assertion and Reason are true and the Reason is correct explanation of the Assertion.

B

(b) If both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.

C

(c) If Assertion is true, but the Reason is false.

D

(d) If Assertion is false but the Reason is true.

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The correct Answer is:
D
Centre of mass remains stationary.
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