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Which of the following statements is not correct for the decrease in the value of acceleration due to gravity?

A

As we go down from the surface of the earth towards its centre.

B

As we go up from the surface of the earth

C

as we go from equator to the poles on the surface on the earth

D

As the rotational velocity of the earth is increased

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