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Where does a body weigh more – at the surface of the earth or in a mine?

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To determine where a body weighs more – at the surface of the Earth or in a mine – we need to analyze the gravitational force acting on the body in both locations. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Weight**: The weight of an object is given by the formula: \[ W = m \cdot g ...
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