Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. The weight of an object would be minimum, when it is placed at the centre of earth.
  2. A stone is dropped from a cliff against a strong breeze. The breeze exerts a steady horizontal force on the stone as it falls. The path of the stone is in straight line.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Statement 1 is correct. The weight of an object would be minimum, when it is placed at the centre of earth because it experiences gravitational pull from all the sides. Thus, the net weight of an object remains to be zero. Statement 2 is also correct. The horizontal force will drive away the stone and the gravitational pull will bring it down. Due to strong breeze, it drags in straight path.

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