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Which one among the following is the correct value of the gravitational force of the Earth acting on a body of mass 1 kg?

A

8.9 N

B

9.8 N

C

89 N

D

98 N

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The correct Answer is:
B
Force acting on a body of mass mis given by
F=mg
Here, m=1 kg
`therefore" " F=g`
`=9.8 N`
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