A) 1 : 4
B) 1 : 3
C) 1 : 2
D) 1 : 1
Correct Answer: C
Solution :
Force between the two parts at a distance \[x\] is given by \[F=\frac{GM(M-m)}{{{x}^{2}}}\] For maxima, \[\frac{dF}{dm}=\frac{G}{{{x}^{2}}}(M-2m)=0\]or \[\frac{m}{M}=\frac{1}{2}\]You need to login to perform this action.
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