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Gravitation: Gravitational Force — Ratio MCQ

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Gravitational Force — RatioMediumQuestion 30736

Question

The ratio of gravitational force on a 5 kg mass to that on a 10 kg mass at the same point in a gravitational field is:
  1. A
    2:1
  2. B
    1:2
    Correct
  3. C
    1:1
  4. D
    5:10

Correct answer

1:2

Explanation

F = mg. Same g, different masses. F₁/F₂ = 5/10 = 1:2.