In this question, a statement of assertion is followed by …

Physics Gravitation Assertion & Reason MCQ (Single Correct)

In this question, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:

Assertion: The value of acceleration due to gravity does not depend upon mass of the body.
Reason: Acceleration due to gravity is a constant quantity.

If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.

If assertion is true but reason is false.

If assertion is false but reason is true.

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Acceleration due to gravity is given by .

Thus it does not depend on mass of body on which it is acting. Also it is not a constant quantity changes with change in value of both M and R (distance between two bodies). Even for earth it is a constant only near the earth's surface.

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