A Gravitational Force Is Exerted by a Large Mass on a Small

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Multiple Choice

A gravitational force is exerted by a large mass on a small mass a certain distance away.If I increase the separation to three times its original value and then switch the large and small masses,what will happen to the gravitational force?

• A) It will remain the same.
• B) It will increase by a factor of three.
• C) It will decrease by a factor of three.
• D) It will decrease by a factor of nine.

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Definitions:

Pelvic Nerves

Nerves located within the pelvic region, involved in controlling the bladder, bowel, and sexual functions.

Sacral Segments

Portions of the spinal cord that correspond to the sacral part of the vertebral column, which is crucial for transmitting nerve signals to and from the lower parts of the body.

Inhibitory Action Potentials

Electrical signals in neurons that decrease the likelihood of the neuron firing, thus reducing neuronal activity.

Sacral Region

The area of the body related to the sacrum, a triangular bone at the base of the spine formed by the fusion of five sacral vertebrae.