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As we go above the earth's surface , the value of acceleration due to gravity increases.

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  • If we go up from earth's surface, the value of acceleration due to gravity (g)-

    A
    decreases
    B
    increases
    C
    remains constant
    D
    None of these

  • If we go down from earth's surface, the value of acceleration due to gravity.(g)

    A
    decreases
    B
    increases
    C
    remains constant,
    D
    None of these.

  • The value of acceleration due to gravity of earth :

    A
    is the same on equator and poles
    B
    is the least on poles
    C
    is the least on equator
    D
    increase from pole to equator

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