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Two masses `m_(1)` and `m_(2)(m_(1)ltm_(2))` are released from rest finite distance. They start under their mutual gravitational attraction-

A

acceleration of `m_1` is more than of `m_2`

B

acceleration of `m_2` is more than that of `m_1`

C

centre of mass remains at rest.

D

total energy of the system remains constant.

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