Two Small Objects, with Masses M and M, Are Originally

question 54

Multiple Choice

Two small objects, with masses m and M, are originally a distance r apart, and the gravitational force on each one has magnitude F. The second object has its mass changed to 2M, and the
Distance is changed to r/4. What is the magnitude of the new gravitational force?

• A) 16F
• B) 32F
• C) F/16
• D) F/32
• E) 2F

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