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SSC CGL – Combined Graduate Level Examination · Question 42

If Earth's radius were reduced by 1% while its mass remained unchanged, what would be the effect on the gravitational acceleration at its surface?

  1. Increase by approximately 1%
  2. Decrease by approximately 2%
  3. Increase by approximately 2%
  4. Decrease by approximately 1%
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Answer: (C) Increase by approximately 2%

Explanation

Correct answer: (C) Increase by approximately 2%, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]