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A

Weight of a body is greater on planes and less on hill tops

B

Weight of a body is greater on poles and less at the equator

C

Weight of a body on the moon is less than that on earth

D

Weight of a body on the moon is same as that at a height. equal to radius of moon from the surface of earth

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To solve the question of choosing the correct statements regarding the weight of a body under various conditions, we need to analyze each statement based on our understanding of gravity and weight. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Weight**: - Weight (W) is defined as the force exerted by gravity on an object. It is given by the formula: \[ W = m \cdot g \] where \( m \) is the mass of the object and \( g \) is the acceleration due to gravity. 2. **Weight Variation on Earth**: - The value of \( g \) varies depending on location due to the Earth's shape and rotation. - **At the poles**: \( g \) is slightly greater because the poles are closer to the center of the Earth. - **At the equator**: \( g \) is slightly less due to the centrifugal force caused by the Earth's rotation. 3. **Weight on the Moon**: - The acceleration due to gravity on the Moon is about \( \frac{1}{6} \)th that of Earth. Therefore, the weight of a body on the Moon is less than that on Earth. 4. **Weight at Different Heights**: - As we move to a height equal to the radius of the Moon from the surface of the Earth, the gravitational pull decreases, and thus the weight will also decrease. 5. **Analyzing Statements**: - **Statement 1**: True - Weight is greater on poles and less on a hilltop. - **Statement 2**: True - Weight is greater on poles and less at the equator. - **Statement 3**: True - Weight on the Moon is less than on Earth. - **Statement 4**: False - Weight on the Moon is not the same as at a height equal to the radius of the Moon from Earth's surface. - **Statement 5**: False - Weight is not greater than the mass times acceleration due to gravity; it is equal. - **Statement 6**: True - Weight is greater on flat planes than on hilltops. - **Statements 7-23**: Most of these statements are repetitive and incorrect. The weight on the Moon is not greater than on the equator or a plane surface. ### Correct Statements: - 1, 2, 3, and 6 are the correct statements.

To solve the question of choosing the correct statements regarding the weight of a body under various conditions, we need to analyze each statement based on our understanding of gravity and weight. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Weight**: - Weight (W) is defined as the force exerted by gravity on an object. It is given by the formula: \[ W = m \cdot g ...
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