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As we go from the equator to the poles, ...

As we go from the equator to the poles, the value of `g`

A

Remains the same

B

Decreases

C

Increases

D

Decreases upto a latitude of `45^(@)`

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C
As pole radius is less than equator radius so the value of g at pole increases.
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