Multiple choice

Gravitational field at a point is ______.

  1. a scalar quantity

  2. a vector quantity

  3. neither scalar nor vector

  4. zero
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B Correct answer
Explanation

A gravitational field has both magnitude and direction - it points toward the mass creating the field. This makes it a vector quantity. Options A and C are incorrect because the field definitely has direction. Option D is wrong because the field strength is non-zero (it's g at that point).

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