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Question
The value of gravitational acceleration (g) is ________ at the equator.
Options
9.78 m/s2
9.832 m/s2
9.8 m/s2
6.67 m/s2
Solution
The value of gravitational acceleration (g) is 9.78 m/s2 at the equator.
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