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The period of revolution of the planet A around the sun is 27 times that of another planet B. If the distance of A from the sun is \( X \) times greater than that of B from the sun, then the value of \( X \) is
The period of revolution of the planet A around the sun is 27 times that of another planet B. If the distance of A from the sun is \( X \) times greater than that of B from the sun, then the value of \( X \) is
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For orbital motion, always use \( T^2 \propto r^3 \).
Updated On: Apr 21, 2026
- \(8 \)
- \(4 \)
- \(9 \)
- \(3 \)
- \(12 \)
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The Correct Option is C
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