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`W_p and W_e` be the weight of a body at the pole and at the equator, respectively. If the earth stops rotating, then what happens to the value of `W_p and W_e`? Are the values of `W_e. and W_P` equal?

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To solve the question regarding the weights \( W_p \) and \( W_e \) of a body at the pole and at the equator, respectively, we need to analyze the effects of Earth's rotation and its shape on these weights. ### 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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