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The escape velocity of a particle of mass `m` varies as

A

`m^(2)`

B

m

C

`m^(0)`

D

`m^(-1)`

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The correct Answer is:
C
`v_(e)=sqrt((2GM)/(R))impliesv_(e)propm^(0)`
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