A body (mass m ) starts its motion from rest from a point distant 
from the centre of the earth. The velocity acquired by the body when it reaches the surface of earth will be ( 
universal constant of gravitation, 
mass of carth, 
radius of earth)
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
By using conservation of energy
Loss in 
Gain in 
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