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The value of acceleration due to gravity...

The value of acceleration due to gravity

A

is same on equator and poles

B

is least on poles

C

is least on equator

D

increase from pole to equator

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The correct Answer is:
C
The value of acceleration due to gravity is least on equater, as equatorial radius is maximum.
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