What is the height above the earth where the value of acceleration due to gravity is 40% of that on the earth's surface? (Radius of the earth, R= 6.38 x 10⁶ m)

A 4.7 x 10⁶ m

B 4.7 x 10⁵m

C 3.7 x 10⁶ m

D 3.7 x 10⁵ m

Solution

Correct Answer: Option C

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