Two Small Objects,with Masses M and M,are Originally a Distance

question 44

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)F/32
• B)F/16
• C)16F
• D)32F
• E)2F

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