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The acceleration due to gravity at a point A at certain height from surface of the earth is $\frac{g}{4}$ where 'g' is acceleration due to gravity on the surface of the earth. At a point B which lies vertically at certain height above point A, the acceleration due to gravity is $\frac{g}{9}$. The distance between points A and B is (R - Radius of the earth)}

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Remember: \[ g_h=g\left(\frac{R}{R+h}\right)^2 \] At height \(R\), gravity becomes \(\frac{g}{4}\).
Updated On: Jun 17, 2026
  • $5R$
  • $3R$
  • $R$
  • $2R$
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The Correct Option is C

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