A body weights 49N on a spring balance at the north pole. What will be its weight recorded on the same weighing machine, if it is shifted to the equator?

[use g = G m R 2 = 9 . 8 m s 2  and radius of earth, R = 6400km].

Option 1 - <p>49.83 N</p>
Option 2 - <p>48.83 N</p>
Option 3 - <p>49 N</p>
Option 4 - <p>49.17 N</p>
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Detailed Solution:

As we go pole to equator, acceleration due to gravity decreases. So, weight of the body will also reduces. Thus, weight on equator will be slightly smaller than 49 N.

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