$A$ body weighs $63 \; N$ on the surface of the earth. What is the gravitational force (in $N$) on it due to the earth at a height equal to half the radius of the earth?

  • A
    $63$
  • B
    $42$
  • C
    $28$
  • D
    $56$

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