Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. The gravitational force with which the earth attracts the moon is equal to the force with which the moon attracts the earth.
  2. The weight of a body at the centre of earth is slightly less than that at the surface.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

  1. Only (1)

  2. Only (2)

  3. Both (1) & (2)

  4. Neither (1) nor (2)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Statement (1) is correct. The gravitational force with which the earth attracts the moon is equal to the force with which the moon attracts the earth. If it is decreased, the earth attracts the moon. Statement (2) is wrong. The weight of a body at the centre of Earth is zero, due to lack of gravitational force.

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