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Q · GravitationMedium · 45s
The value of ‘g’ decreases if: 1. Altitude increases 2. Depth below the Earth’s surface increases 3. Earth’s rotation speed increases Select the correct answer:
TopicGravitation
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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‘g’ decreases with height (altitude), depth (due to less mass beneath you), and also with Earth’s rotation due to centrifugal force.
Final Answer: Option D - 1, 2 and 3