Two Objects Attract Each Other Gravitationally

question 38

Multiple Choice

Two objects attract each other gravitationally. If the distance between their centers is cut in half, the gravitational force

• A) is cut to one fourth.
• B) is cut in half.
• C) doubles.
• D) quadruples
• E) remains the same

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